MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
23,188 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
How Reliable is the Volkswagen Beetle?
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REA 999L is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.
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 REA 999L, 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 REA 999L?
You can check the full history of REA 999L by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was REA 999L registered?
REA 999L is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 27 March 1973.
Is REA 999L safe to buy?
The MOT history for REA 999L shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does REA 999L have outstanding finance?
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