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TPG 558M

1973 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

61,040 mi
Last recorded61,040 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Beetle46,746 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTPG 558M
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 61,040 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 23 Mar 2026 61,037 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Shock absorbers likely to become detached bolt loose shock damaged (5.3.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

front seats loose

Pass 8 Jun 2017 303 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 97,387 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2016 97,293 miles

Nearside Ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded FLOOR/CROSSMEMBER MOUNTING (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded FLOOR/CHASSIS (2.4.A.3)

Offside Ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded INNER WHEEL ARCH/STEERING BOX MOUNTING (2.2.C.1h)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded FLOOR (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded FLOOR/CHASSIS (2.4.A.3)

OIL LEVELIS LOW ON DIP STICK.

Pass 3 Jun 2015 22,132 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 22,132 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 22,132 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 22,131 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 46,516 miles

Nearside seat belt twisted.

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Slight knock in steering box.

Steering lock stops fitted the wrong way round, but still functional.

Pass 2 Aug 2010 46,516 miles

Oil leak

Fail 22 Jul 2010 46,516 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak

Pass 22 Jul 2009 46,516 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2009 46,516 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

SLIGHT PLAY IN O/S/R WHEELBEARING.

Pass 16 Jul 2008 46,516 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 46,522 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2007 46,516 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Inner Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

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

Offside Inner Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 20 Jan 2006 46,561 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2006 46,516 miles

Centre Front Sub-frame fractured (2.4.G.1)

Front registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

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

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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TPG 558M is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 TPG 558M, 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

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What year was TPG 558M registered?

TPG 558M is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 19 October 1973.

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