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PNY 683L

1973 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2020
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

43,931 mi
Last recorded43,931 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2019
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Beetle46,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPNY 683L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2019 43,931 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

main beam tell tale not working

metal brake pipes throughout, corroded slightly

Fail 7 Nov 2019 43,931 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage loose stalk (7.1.1 (b))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake prescribed area is excessively corroded under arch (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage loose inertia reel (7.1.1 (b))

Offside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed through perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed through perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected under arch (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed through perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear seat wont lock in the upright position

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

main beam tell tale not working

metal brake pipes throughout, corroded slightly

Pass 9 Jan 2015 46,744 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 42,807 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2013 42,807 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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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PNY 683L is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 PNY 683L, 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

How do I check the history of PNY 683L?

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What year was PNY 683L registered?

PNY 683L is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 22 May 1973.

Is PNY 683L safe to buy?

The MOT history for PNY 683L shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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