MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
97,111 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all x 4 perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
slight noise n/s/f wheel bearing
some perishing to tyres
Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS
slight noise n/s/f wheel bearing
some perishing to tyres
some perishingto tyres
Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS
some perishingto tyres
Offside Rear An item not tested (Manual)
Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
Nearside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)
Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
slight leak steering box?
slight noise n/s/f wheel bearing
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ADV 207L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Beige with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.
Across all 1972 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.4% with a typical mileage of 44,941 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
The most common reason a Volkswagen Beetle fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 44,561 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ADV 207L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Volkswagen Beetle typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 54 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was ADV 207L registered?
ADV 207L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 10 October 1972.
Is ADV 207L safe to buy?
The MOT history for ADV 207L shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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