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UCO 167L

1973 Volkswagen Beetle

Beige Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

92,212 mi
Last recorded92,212 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Beetle46,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUCO 167L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1973
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 92,212 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2025 90,494 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Jan 2024 88,989 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2024 88,978 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2023 87,007 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Jan 2022 85,513 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2021 83,537 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Jul 2019 80,733 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 80,254 miles

Nearside rear sill corroded.

Pass 28 Apr 2017 80,254 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 80,254 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 79,494 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 24 Apr 2014 78,432 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 23 May 2013 76,447 miles

SLIGHT PLAY AT N/S/R WHEEL BEARING

Pass 9 Mar 2012 75,945 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 74,894 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 26 Feb 2011 74,894 miles

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 8 Mar 2010 73,352 miles

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 6 Mar 2010 73,352 miles

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 18 Feb 2009 71,202 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 17 Mar 2008 69,826 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2008 69,826 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Mar 2007 67,582 miles

surface corrosion inderside of vehicle, corrosion on various brake pipes, exhaust system in poor condition !!!!!!!!

Pass 18 Mar 2006 66,097 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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UCO 167L is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle in Beige with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 UCO 167L, 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 UCO 167L registered?

UCO 167L is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 13 April 1973.

Is UCO 167L safe to buy?

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