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MLC 887L

1972 Volkswagen Bettle

Blue Petrol 1285cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2016
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

35,631 mi
Last recorded35,631 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2015
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Bettle46,043 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMLC 887L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBettle
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,285cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2015 35,631 miles

nearside jacking point slight corrosion

Pass 9 Dec 2014 27,928 miles

nearside floor corroded

Fail 8 Dec 2014 27,921 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

nearside floor corroded

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Bettle?

Based on 1,648 MOT tests across 194 vehicles.

68.1%
Pass Rate
697
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
194
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 139
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 115
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 74
position lamp(s) not working 68
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 65
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MLC 887L is a 1972 Volkswagen Bettle in Blue with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen Bettle models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.9% with a typical mileage of 46,043 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 Bettle fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 139 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MLC 887L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Bettle typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 54 years old, this Volkswagen Bettle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MLC 887L?

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What year was MLC 887L registered?

MLC 887L is a 1972 Volkswagen Bettle, first registered on 5 September 1972.

Is MLC 887L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MLC 887L shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MLC 887L have outstanding finance?

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