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FJG 592L

1973 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

71,556 mi
Last recorded71,556 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2017
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Beetle46,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJG 592L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2017 71,556 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 69,889 miles

Near side rear tyre cracking on sidewalls

Off side rear tyre cracking on sidewalls

Pass 31 Oct 2013 68,886 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 67,639 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 66,914 miles

slight corrossion on front a frame

slight corrossion on nearside front inner wing

Pass 3 Nov 2009 65,680 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 64,037 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2007 63,728 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Jun 2007 63,728 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 62,470 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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FJG 592L is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 FJG 592L, 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 FJG 592L registered?

FJG 592L is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 22 January 1973.

Is FJG 592L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJG 592L shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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