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UDY 384M

1973 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

24,422 mi
Last recorded24,422 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2025
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Beetle46,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUDY 384M
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2025 24,422 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 24,285 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 22,574 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 21,124 miles

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

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

steering idler arm bushes starting to wear

Pass 3 Sep 2015 20,173 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 19,812 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 19,617 miles
Fail 17 May 2013 19,617 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 May 2011 17,805 miles

Offside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 30 Aug 2008 16,808 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 7 Dec 2006 14,759 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2006 14,736 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 15 Sep 2006 14,711 miles

Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Subframe mounting prescribed area is deliberately modified which significantly reduces the original strength (2.4.A.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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UDY 384M is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 UDY 384M, 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

How do I check the history of UDY 384M?

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What year was UDY 384M registered?

UDY 384M is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 August 1973.

Is UDY 384M safe to buy?

The MOT history for UDY 384M shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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