MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
66,019 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
Front discs worn
All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Horn not working (1.6.2a)
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
some insecurity of front seats.
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FKP 421L is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle in Purple with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 FKP 421L, 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.
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What year was FKP 421L registered?
FKP 421L is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 2 January 1973.
Is FKP 421L safe to buy?
The MOT history for FKP 421L shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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