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GFA 90L

1973 Volkswagen Beetle

Gold Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2013
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

85,246 mi
Last recorded85,246 miles
Recorded on25 May 2012
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Beetle46,746 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGFA 90L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1973
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 25 May 2012 85,246 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 84,989 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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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GFA 90L is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle in Gold with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 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 GFA 90L, 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 GFA 90L?

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What year was GFA 90L registered?

GFA 90L is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 15 June 1973.

Is GFA 90L safe to buy?

The MOT history for GFA 90L shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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