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SNP 971L

1973 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

60,402 mi
Last recorded60,402 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2023
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Beetle46,746 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSNP 971L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2023 60,402 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2022 60,322 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 60,187 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 59,985 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 59,567 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 58,814 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 58,229 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 57,879 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 57,287 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2015 57,280 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

NEARSIDE AND OFFSIDE FRONT FLOORS CORRODED

Pass 5 Mar 2014 55,268 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 55,009 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 54,028 miles

both lower side seas have corrosions

Pass 10 Jul 2009 53,717 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 4 Jul 2009 53,677 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 9 May 2008 52,372 miles

no wings fitted to vehicle

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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SNP 971L is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 SNP 971L, 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 SNP 971L?

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What year was SNP 971L registered?

SNP 971L is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 February 1973.

Is SNP 971L safe to buy?

The MOT history for SNP 971L shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SNP 971L have outstanding finance?

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