MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
10,178 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
Front Fuel pipe insecure (7.2.1)
Horn not working (1.6.2a)
Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
Rear Electrical wiring inadequately supported (1.9.2a)
Rear Fuel pipe insecure (7.2.1)
Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Centre Steering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g) DANGEROUS
Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Front position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)
Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
nylc nut not fitted n/s lower damper
speedo cable fouling steering arm
wiring needs securing next to pedals,before retest
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SGH 409L is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle in White with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 409L, 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 SGH 409L registered?
SGH 409L is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 December 1973.
Is SGH 409L safe to buy?
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