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UFX 709L

1973 Volkswagen Beetle

White Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2023
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

82,971 mi
Last recorded82,971 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2022
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Beetle46,746 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUFX 709L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2022 82,971 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2022 82,971 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Mar 2021 82,746 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 19 Mar 2020 82,644 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 81,902 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2019 81,902 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Mar 2018 79,924 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 76,323 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 72,671 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2015 72,671 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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UFX 709L is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle in White with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 UFX 709L, 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 UFX 709L?

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What year was UFX 709L registered?

UFX 709L is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 17 February 1973.

Is UFX 709L safe to buy?

The MOT history for UFX 709L shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UFX 709L have outstanding finance?

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