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TGU 303M

1973 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

73,646 mi
Last recorded73,646 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2021
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Beetle46,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTGU 303M
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1973
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2021 73,646 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2021 73,646 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2020 73,646 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2019 73,646 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 73,646 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2017 73,646 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 31 Oct 2016 73,646 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2016 73,646 miles

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Oct 2015 73,646 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 73,646 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 73,646 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 73,646 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

r/h front brake binding slightly

Pass 19 Oct 2011 73,646 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

r/h front brake binding slightly

Pass 12 Oct 2010 73,646 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 12 Oct 2009 73,646 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 73,646 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 73,646 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 73,646 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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TGU 303M is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 TGU 303M, 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 TGU 303M?

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What year was TGU 303M registered?

TGU 303M is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 August 1973.

Is TGU 303M safe to buy?

The MOT history for TGU 303M shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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