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FBT 462L

1973 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

55,123 mi
Last recorded55,123 miles
Recorded on12 May 2010
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Beetle46,746 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFBT 462L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1973
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 12 May 2010 55,123 miles

Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

both front tyres are starting to crack in tread

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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FBT 462L is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

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 FBT 462L, 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 FBT 462L?

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What year was FBT 462L registered?

FBT 462L is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 19 January 1973.

Is FBT 462L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FBT 462L shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FBT 462L have outstanding finance?

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