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HKE 931L

1973 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2019
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

24,732 mi
Last recorded24,732 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2018
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Beetle46,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHKE 931L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2018 24,732 miles

Body has slight corrosion General light underbody corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Jan 2017 24,678 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2016 23,092 miles

General surface corrosion to front and rear suspension components, and body.

Fail 6 Jan 2016 23,037 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure Disconnected (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure Disconnected (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Wheel bearing noisy when spun by hand

Vehicle presented with interior incomplete. Only drivers seat and seat belt inspected.

Vehicle suspension substantially modified from standard specification.

Pass 29 May 2014 16,653 miles
Fail 27 May 2014 16,653 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Pass 8 May 2013 13,706 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 11,593 miles

Outer Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 15 May 2012 11,592 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Vehicle structure is damaged, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Outer Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 23 May 2011 9,448 miles

o/s rear foor corroded and hole

Pass 17 May 2010 6,308 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 3,548 miles
Fail 21 May 2009 3,546 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 9 May 2008 99,955 miles
Fail 7 May 2008 99,948 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Upper Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Stub axle has excessive vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Upper Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Stub axle has excessive vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Offside Rear brake drum contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

Pass 18 May 2007 96,025 miles
Fail 18 May 2007 96,024 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 26 May 2006 94,145 miles
Pass 23 May 2005 92,493 miles
Fail 17 May 2005 92,475 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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HKE 931L is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 HKE 931L, 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 HKE 931L registered?

HKE 931L is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 20 February 1973.

Is HKE 931L safe to buy?

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