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FFW 360L

1973 Volkswagen Beetle

White Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2021
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Beetle46,746 mi
4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFFW 360L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 16 Jun 2020

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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FFW 360L is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle in White with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test 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 FFW 360L, 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 FFW 360L?

You can check the full history of FFW 360L by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was FFW 360L registered?

FFW 360L is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 13 April 1973.

Is FFW 360L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FFW 360L shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FFW 360L have outstanding finance?

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