MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
89,248 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened both been repaired with clips (2.4.G.1)
car is covered in underseal
Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
Offside Seat belt affected by an insecure seat fixing (5.2.1b)
Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened both been repaired with clips (2.4.G.1)
car is covered in underseal
washer poor
Anti-roll bar linkage synthetic mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement have clips on both front (2.4.G.2)
Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)
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PHV 203L is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle in White with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.
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 PHV 203L, 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.
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What year was PHV 203L registered?
PHV 203L is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 9 April 1973.
Is PHV 203L safe to buy?
The MOT history for PHV 203L shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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