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UWJ 570L

1973 Volkswagen Beetle

Gold Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2024
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

11,163 mi
Last recorded11,163 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2023
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Beetle46,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUWJ 570L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1973
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2023 11,163 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2022 10,565 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 10,003 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2020 8,933 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 6,371 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 10,093 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 1,002 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 100,706 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 100,449 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 99,851 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 99,626 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2012 99,201 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Mar 2012 99,201 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 98,564 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2010 97,861 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2010 97,861 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 21 Nov 2006 97,854 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Front front brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.2b)

Nearside Inner Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front front brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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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UWJ 570L is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle in Gold with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 UWJ 570L, 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 UWJ 570L registered?

UWJ 570L is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 5 April 1973.

Is UWJ 570L safe to buy?

The MOT history for UWJ 570L shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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