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PEK 373L

1973 Volkswagen 1200 Beetle

Black Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

96,965 mi
Last recorded96,965 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2007
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPEK 373L
MakeVolkswagen
Model1200 Beetle
Year1973
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2007 96,965 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2006 96,960 miles

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen 1200 Beetle?

Based on 447 MOT tests across 172 vehicles.

64.7%
Pass Rate
755
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
172
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 43
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 41
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 28
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 19
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 18
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PEK 373L is a 1973 Volkswagen 1200 Beetle in Black with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Volkswagen 1200 Beetle fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 43 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PEK 373L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen 1200 Beetle typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 53 years old, this Volkswagen 1200 Beetle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PEK 373L registered?

PEK 373L is a 1973 Volkswagen 1200 Beetle, first registered on 1 May 1973.

Is PEK 373L safe to buy?

The MOT history for PEK 373L shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PEK 373L have outstanding finance?

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