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UPR 93L

1973 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2017
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

58,616 mi
Last recorded58,616 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2016
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Beetle46,746 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUPR 93L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1973
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 5 Nov 2016 58,616 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 58,518 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 58,391 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 58,361 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2012 57,992 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2011 57,290 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2010 56,701 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2009 54,562 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2008 52,977 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2007 51,618 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2006 50,955 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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UPR 93L is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 UPR 93L, 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 UPR 93L?

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What year was UPR 93L registered?

UPR 93L is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 13 March 1973.

Is UPR 93L safe to buy?

The MOT history for UPR 93L shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UPR 93L have outstanding finance?

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