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SGH 361L

1973 Volkswagen Beetle

White Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

2,211 mi
Last recorded2,211 miles
Recorded on1 May 2025
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Beetle46,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSGH 361L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2025 2,211 miles
Fail 1 May 2025 2,198 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2017 2,034 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 1,791 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 1,449 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2015 14,001 miles

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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SGH 361L is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle in White with a 1,300cc 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 SGH 361L, 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 SGH 361L?

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What year was SGH 361L registered?

SGH 361L is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 March 1973.

Is SGH 361L safe to buy?

The MOT history for SGH 361L 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.

Does SGH 361L have outstanding finance?

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