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ULT 944M

1973 Volkswagen Beetle

Orange Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

14,832 mi
Last recorded14,832 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2018
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Beetle46,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationULT 944M
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1973
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2018 14,832 miles

both rear inner wheel arch panels badly corroded

corrosion on front subframe

n/s/r brake hose slight cracking

n/s/r brake pipe corroded

Pass 14 Aug 2017 14,816 miles

n/s/r metal brake pipe corroded

Pass 25 Aug 2016 14,795 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 14,774 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 14,717 miles

rear brake balance due to nearside efficiency

Pass 27 Aug 2013 14,672 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 14,603 miles

corrosion on rear panel

Fail 30 Aug 2012 14,590 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

corrosion on rear panel

Pass 2 Sep 2011 14,551 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 14,541 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 13,988 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2009 13,979 miles

Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.3.A.2)

Pass 10 Sep 2008 13,577 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2008 13,572 miles

Front Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Fail 26 Aug 2008 13,537 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Aug 2007 13,469 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2007 13,465 miles

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm fractured (2.4.G.1)

Pass 5 Sep 2006 13,418 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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ULT 944M is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle in Orange with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 ULT 944M, 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 ULT 944M registered?

ULT 944M is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 17 October 1973.

Is ULT 944M safe to buy?

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