1972 Volkswagen Microbus 1.6L Petrol · JMA 720L
1972 Volkswagen Microbus (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01 Aug 1972. Recorded mileage 51,261 miles. MOT expired on 26 May 2025.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN MICROBUS
- Year / Origin
- 1972
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 26 May 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 51,261 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Available on IAGC
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JMA 720L Key Findings
- 2 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 28/05/2024
- 51,261 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
JMA 720L MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
2 MOT tests are recorded for this 1972 Volkswagen Microbus (JMA 720L) between May 2024 and May 2024.
The record contains 1 pass and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 28 May 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (5 issues), Windscreen (3 issues), Lighting (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Lower Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (1.1.21 (e) (i))”; “Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))”.
JMA 720L Mileage History
- 22/05/202451,255 mi
- 28/05/202451,261 mi+6 mi
Average of roughly 353 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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