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PPO 221M

1973 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

28,276 mi
Last recorded28,276 miles
Recorded on12 May 2017
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Beetle46,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPPO 221M
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 May 2017 28,276 miles

Advanced corrosion to areas of vehicle underbody

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 10 May 2017 28,275 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Advanced corrosion to areas of vehicle underbody

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 17 May 2016 27,968 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded x2 (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 Apr 2015 27,710 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2015 27,710 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Jun 2013 27,454 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 26,370 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2010 25,341 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2010 253,321 miles

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

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Near side rear brake pipe in wrong position, likely to get chopped if suspension bottoms out.

Slight wear detected in off side rear suspension arm.

Pass 21 Nov 2007 24,453 miles

Off side front wiper jumps at top edge.

Small play in near side front wheel bearing.

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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PPO 221M is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 PPO 221M, 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

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What year was PPO 221M registered?

PPO 221M is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 30 November 1973.

Is PPO 221M safe to buy?

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