MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
79,423 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Both front wiper blades are in a poor condition
Corrosion in the body at the rear end above the torsion bar covers
The exhaust box etc are in a corroded condition
Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Both front wiper blades are in a poor condition
Corrosion in the body at the rear end above the torsion bar covers
The exhaust box etc are in a corroded condition
Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.A.1)
rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
fuel pipes in engine compartment and under tank becoming badly perished
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GKF 108L is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.
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 GKF 108L, 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 GKF 108L registered?
GKF 108L is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 15 March 1973.
Is GKF 108L safe to buy?
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