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OBM 288M

1973 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2018
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,790 mi
Last recorded34,790 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2017
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Beetle46,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOBM 288M
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 13 Jun 2017 34,790 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 34,745 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 34,715 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 34,680 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 34,331 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2012 34,181 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 11 Jun 2011 33,431 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 32,500 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 31,391 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2008 30,210 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

offside rear inner wing slightly corroded

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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OBM 288M is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 OBM 288M, 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 OBM 288M registered?

OBM 288M is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 21 September 1973.

Is OBM 288M safe to buy?

The MOT history for OBM 288M shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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