MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
99,126 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Both Front Brake Discs Slightly Worn but not considered excessive
Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
Offside Rear Tyre Small Cracks on Outer Wall but not deep enough to reach cords
Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS
n/s front flexi twisted
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REC 849M is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle in Pink with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.
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 REC 849M, 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 REC 849M registered?
REC 849M is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 August 1973.
Is REC 849M safe to buy?
The MOT history for REC 849M shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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