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TWP 887L

1973 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2018
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

7 mi
Last recorded7 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2017
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Beetle46,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTWP 887L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2017 7 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Jun 2016 9,148 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 9,136 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 9,136 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 26 Jun 2014 9,136 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 May 2013 8,095 miles
Fail 15 May 2013 8,095 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.2.6)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.2.6)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

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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TWP 887L is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 TWP 887L, 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 TWP 887L registered?

TWP 887L is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 May 1973.

Is TWP 887L safe to buy?

The MOT history for TWP 887L shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TWP 887L have outstanding finance?

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