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GLV 794L

1973 Volkswagen Beetle

Maroon Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

93,540 mi
Last recorded93,540 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Beetle46,746 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGLV 794L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1973
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 23 Jul 2026 93,540 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2025 93,302 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2024 93,059 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 92,984 miles
Pass 26 May 2022 92,831 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 92,643 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020 92,371 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 92,136 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 91,519 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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GLV 794L is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle in Maroon with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 GLV 794L, 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 GLV 794L?

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What year was GLV 794L registered?

GLV 794L is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 19 April 1973.

Is GLV 794L safe to buy?

The MOT history for GLV 794L shows 9 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 GLV 794L have outstanding finance?

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