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BIG 8119

1973 Volkswagen Beetle

White Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,642 mi
Last recorded27,642 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2017
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Beetle46,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBIG 8119
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 4 Oct 2017 27,642 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 27,620 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 27,607 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 27,603 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 27,514 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 27,383 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 27,349 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2010 27,319 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 27,289 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2008 27,114 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 26,656 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 2 Oct 2006 26,492 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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BIG 8119 is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle in White with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 BIG 8119, 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

How do I check the history of BIG 8119?

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What year was BIG 8119 registered?

BIG 8119 is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 10 October 1973.

Is BIG 8119 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BIG 8119 shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BIG 8119 have outstanding finance?

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