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UPA 313M

1973 Volkswagen Beetle

Gold Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

90,422 mi
Last recorded90,422 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2016
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Beetle46,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUPA 313M
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1973
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2016 90,422 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2016 90,422 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 89,434 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 89,281 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 May 2013 88,247 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 May 2012 84,723 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 80,838 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 78,898 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2006 76,876 miles

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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UPA 313M is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle in Gold with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 UPA 313M, 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 UPA 313M?

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What year was UPA 313M registered?

UPA 313M is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 29 October 1973.

Is UPA 313M safe to buy?

The MOT history for UPA 313M shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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