MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
94,122 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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O/S/R Bump Stop Missing
Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
O/S/R Bump Stop Missing
Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)
Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)
inlet manifold sleeves split
Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)
Horn not working (1.6.2a)
Offside Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)
door restraint broken
slight play in front lower suspension arm bushes
How Reliable is the Volkswagen Beetle?
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Top MOT Failure Points
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DPV 867L is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.
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 DPV 867L, 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 DPV 867L registered?
DPV 867L is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 4 May 1973.
Is DPV 867L safe to buy?
The MOT history for DPV 867L shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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