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UGO 785M

1973 Volkswagen Beetle

Multi-colour Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

89,349 mi
Last recorded89,349 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2016
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Beetle46,746 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUGO 785M
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1973
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2016 89,349 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2015 86,907 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 86,745 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 86,742 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 86,732 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 86,025 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2006 86,006 miles

Inner Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Steering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)

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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UGO 785M is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle in Multi-colour with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 UGO 785M, 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 UGO 785M registered?

UGO 785M is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 2 November 1973.

Is UGO 785M safe to buy?

The MOT history for UGO 785M shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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