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PPF 211L

1973 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2020
Tests22 (11 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

6,699 mi
Last recorded6,699 miles
Recorded on28 May 2019
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Beetle46,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPPF 211L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

11 pass 11 fail
Pass 28 May 2019 6,699 miles

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 15 May 2019 6,698 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Steering component casing not properly attached ram (2.1.2 (a) (i))

Fluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety petrol (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 10 Nov 2017 55,538 miles

footbrake pedal over travelling

handbrake travel close to end stop

Fail 8 Nov 2017 55,537 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded arch (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded holed not continous welding (2.2.C.1h)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded anti roll bar (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded arch (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded steering box aerea (2.2.C.1h)

Pass 6 Oct 2016 55,537 miles

Rear wheel bearing has slight play n/s/r (2.6.2)

Fail 22 Sep 2016 55,537 miles

Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings n/s/f (6.1.B.2)

Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings o/s/r (6.1.B.2)

Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded n/s/r (3.6.B.4e)

Fuel pipe insecure (7.2.1)

Headlamp not working on dipped beam o/s (1.7.5a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear position lamp(s) not working n/s (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play n/s/r (2.6.2)

Fail 14 Jun 2016

Brake hose excessively chafed both rear hoses (3.6.B.4d)

Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings front subfram (6.1.B.2)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play n/s (2.6.2)

Fail 9 Jan 2016 5,206 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner wing x2 (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Body or chassis has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Jan 2015 97,634 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 2 May 2013 96,394 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2013 96,394 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

n/s/r floor corroded

Pass 30 Mar 2012 93,736 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2012 93,736 miles

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

Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

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

Nearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Nearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

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

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 30 Mar 2011 90,757 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 29 Mar 2011 90,757 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 17 Feb 2010 89,341 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 86,814 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2008 86,801 miles

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Pass 27 Feb 2007 85,278 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2007 85,260 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 27 Feb 2006 82,158 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2006 82,147 miles

Front Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

Nearside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

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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PPF 211L is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 PPF 211L, 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 PPF 211L registered?

PPF 211L is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 26 March 1973.

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