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GBT 418L

1973 Volkswagen Beetle

Orange Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

65,399 mi
Last recorded65,399 miles
Recorded on9 May 2017
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Beetle46,746 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGBT 418L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1973
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 9 May 2017 65,399 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 65,087 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 64,913 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 64,505 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 64,274 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 64,069 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 63,797 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 63,555 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 63,204 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 62,862 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 62,553 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 62,202 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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GBT 418L is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle in Orange with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 GBT 418L, 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 GBT 418L registered?

GBT 418L is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 April 1973.

Is GBT 418L safe to buy?

The MOT history for GBT 418L shows 12 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 GBT 418L have outstanding finance?

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