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PTE 747M

1973 Volkswagen Unknown

Yellow Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2017
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

89,985 mi
Last recorded89,985 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2016
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Unknown44,150 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPTE 747M
MakeVolkswagen
ModelUnknown
Year1973
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2016 89,985 miles

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion panel cross member (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 25 Aug 2016 89,982 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering wheel arch (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering chassis (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering chassis (6.1.A.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion panel cross member (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Unknown?

Based on 11,543 MOT tests across 2,777 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
3,793
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
2,777
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 74
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 72
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PTE 747M is a 1973 Volkswagen Unknown in Yellow with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1973 Volkswagen Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 44,150 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 Unknown fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 74 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PTE 747M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 53 years old, this Volkswagen Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PTE 747M?

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What year was PTE 747M registered?

PTE 747M is a 1973 Volkswagen Unknown, first registered on 12 October 1973.

Is PTE 747M safe to buy?

The MOT history for PTE 747M shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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