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TLW 757M

1973 Volkswagen 1300 Beetle

Red Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,835 mi
Last recorded21,835 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2006
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen 1300 Beetle41,927 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTLW 757M
MakeVolkswagen
Model1300 Beetle
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 10 Jun 2006 21,835 miles

floor pan welding starting to come lose

rear seat and seat belts missing

How Reliable is the Volkswagen 1300 Beetle?

Based on 395 MOT tests across 145 vehicles.

62.8%
Pass Rate
740
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
145
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 58
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 38
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 36
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 26
Headlamp aim too high 25
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TLW 757M is a 1973 Volkswagen 1300 Beetle in Red with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1973 Volkswagen 1300 Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 41,927 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen 1300 Beetle fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 58 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TLW 757M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen 1300 Beetle typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 53 years old, this Volkswagen 1300 Beetle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TLW 757M registered?

TLW 757M is a 1973 Volkswagen 1300 Beetle, first registered on 12 December 1973.

Is TLW 757M safe to buy?

The MOT history for TLW 757M shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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