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UNP 301L

1973 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

7,521 mi
Last recorded7,521 miles
Recorded on16 May 2018
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Beetle46,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUNP 301L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2018 7,521 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 7,489 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 7,397 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 7,374 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 7,254 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 7,130 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 6,444 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 4,968 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 3,025 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2006 2,955 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

nearside and offside rear suspension arm stabilizer brackets lock nuts not in nylock

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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UNP 301L is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 UNP 301L, 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 UNP 301L?

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What year was UNP 301L registered?

UNP 301L is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 9 May 1973.

Is UNP 301L safe to buy?

The MOT history for UNP 301L shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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