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GOR 626N

1973 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2022
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

12,634 mi
Last recorded12,634 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2021
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Beetle46,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGOR 626N
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1973
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2021 12,634 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

battery loose in floor pan but not likely to fall over

corrosion on body and chassis and previous weld repairs

Fail 25 Feb 2021 12,634 miles

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

battery loose in floor pan but not likely to fall over

corrosion on body and chassis and previous weld repairs

Pass 6 Apr 2009 12,389 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

all front rubber ball joints seals starting to deteriorate

both rear inner drive shaft boot split leaking oil

fuel pipe and in line filter close to exhaust investigation recomended

near side front tyre starting to split

under side of vehicle coverd in under seal can not see for corrision clearly

Pass 31 Mar 2008 12,218 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

unable to see chassis clearly due to amount of underseal

Fail 31 Mar 2008 12,217 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

unable to see chassis clearly due to amount of underseal

Pass 19 Mar 2007 11,253 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2007 11,245 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Outer Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Outer Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Outer Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 25 Jul 2006 11,224 miles

Front Axle beam cracked (2.5.A.5a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.1.9)

Offside Front Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.1.9)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

o/s front outer sill corroded but not within a prescribed area

o/s inner cv gaiter split and leaking oil

o/s wing mirror missing

spare wheel area corroded

spark plug loose in engine o/s rear cylinder

vehicle showing advanced signs of corrosion

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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GOR 626N is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GOR 626N, 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 GOR 626N?

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What year was GOR 626N registered?

GOR 626N is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 December 1973.

Is GOR 626N safe to buy?

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