MOT Status
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85,458 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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brake pedal spongy
fuel pipes under bonnet slightly corroded
slight up and down play in both front wheels suspect in wheel bearing may need adjustment
Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS
Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
brake pedal spongy
fuel pipes under bonnet slightly corroded
slight up and down play in both front wheels suspect in wheel bearing may need adjustment
Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
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SLA 851L is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle in Orange with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.
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 SLA 851L, 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 SLA 851L registered?
SLA 851L is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 2 July 1973.
Is SLA 851L safe to buy?
The MOT history for SLA 851L shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does SLA 851L have outstanding finance?
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