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DRB 427L

1973 Volkswagen Beetle

Bronze Petrol 1192cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2018
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,244 mi
Last recorded43,244 miles
Recorded on22 May 2017
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Beetle46,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDRB 427L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1973
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,192cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 22 May 2017 43,244 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 43,028 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 42,672 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 42,217 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 41,757 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 41,128 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 39,624 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

elec cables starter insecure

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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DRB 427L is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle in Bronze with a 1,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 DRB 427L, 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 DRB 427L?

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What year was DRB 427L registered?

DRB 427L is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 June 1973.

Is DRB 427L safe to buy?

The MOT history for DRB 427L shows 7 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 DRB 427L have outstanding finance?

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