MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
50,401 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Stop lamp not working both (1.2.1b)
Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
Nearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Front Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
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TYP 921M is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 TYP 921M, 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.
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How do I check the history of TYP 921M?
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What year was TYP 921M registered?
TYP 921M is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 September 1973.
Is TYP 921M safe to buy?
The MOT history for TYP 921M shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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