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OYO 582L

1972 Volkswagen Bettle

White Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2014
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

14,510 mi
Last recorded14,510 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2013
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Bettle46,043 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOYO 582L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBettle
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2013 14,510 miles

vehicle has underbody sealant obscuring some pescreibed areas

Fail 5 Sep 2013 14,510 miles

Front Headlamps matched pair are not the same colour (1.7.6)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (3.3.A.2)

Offside Front Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

vehicle has underbody sealant obscuring some pescreibed areas

Fail 29 Mar 2012 14,510 miles

Bootlid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Front Upper Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Upper Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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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OYO 582L is a 1972 Volkswagen Bettle in White with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 OYO 582L, 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

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What year was OYO 582L registered?

OYO 582L is a 1972 Volkswagen Bettle, first registered on 8 December 1972.

Is OYO 582L safe to buy?

The MOT history for OYO 582L shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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