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AFR 934L

1973 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2018
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

77,841 mi
Last recorded77,841 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2017
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Beetle46,746 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAFR 934L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2017 77,841 miles

Brake pedal anti slip is deteriorating

Slight play in steering box

Fail 1 Sep 2017 77,840 miles

Central Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Fuel hose leaking Carb (7.2.3)

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Brake pedal anti slip is deteriorating

Slight play in steering box

Pass 2 Sep 2016 77,062 miles

Fuse box corroded

Nearside front tyre cut on outer sidewall

Rear tyres perishing between treads

Fail 1 Sep 2016 77,062 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Fuse box corroded

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside front tyre cut on outer sidewall

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Rear tyres perishing between treads

Pass 4 Sep 2015 74,957 miles

Underbody and components heavily under sealed.

Fail 4 Sep 2015 74,957 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Underbody and components heavily under sealed.

Pass 7 Jul 2014 74,014 miles

drivers seat slightly loose

Pass 8 Feb 2013 73,917 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Beetle?

Based on 1,719,137 MOT tests across 112,454 vehicles.

71.7%
Pass Rate
4,798
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
112,454
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 44,561
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 33,096
Stop lamp not working 28,079
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 27,964
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 23,197
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AFR 934L is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1973 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.7% with a typical mileage of 46,746 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 AFR 934L, 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 53 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AFR 934L registered?

AFR 934L is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 26 March 1973.

Is AFR 934L safe to buy?

The MOT history for AFR 934L shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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