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PPE 511L

1973 Volkswagen Beetle

Turquoise Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2011
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

56,965 mi
Last recorded56,965 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2010
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Beetle46,746 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPPE 511L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1973
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 26 Apr 2010 56,965 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 56,937 miles

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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PPE 511L is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle in Turquoise with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 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 PPE 511L, 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 PPE 511L?

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What year was PPE 511L registered?

PPE 511L is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 21 February 1973.

Is PPE 511L safe to buy?

The MOT history for PPE 511L shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PPE 511L have outstanding finance?

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