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1972 Volkswagen Beetle 1.2L Petrol · JMT 2

JMT 2

1972 Volkswagen Beetle (1.2L, petrol). First registered 05 Apr 1972. MOT status: No results.

Make & Model
VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE
Year / Origin
1972
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
No results
Road Tax
Untaxed (01 Dec 1989)
Recorded Mileage
—
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.2L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
No results
No test records found
Tax Status
Untaxed
Tax due 01 Dec 1989
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
1972
Engine
1192cc
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JMT 2 Key Findings

  • No MOT test records found for this registration

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MOT Status

No MOT history available

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Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges

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1972 Common Problems
MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
60
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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MOT Status

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