MOT Status
ValidMileage
56,558 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured outer (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
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MLL 973L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.
Across all 1972 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.4% with a typical mileage of 44,941 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 MLL 973L, 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 54 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 MLL 973L?
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What year was MLL 973L registered?
MLL 973L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 13 October 1972.
Is MLL 973L safe to buy?
The MOT history for MLL 973L shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does MLL 973L have outstanding finance?
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