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VXA 457L

1973 Volkswagen Unknown

White Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2018
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

10,099 mi
Last recorded10,099 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2017
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Unknown44,150 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVXA 457L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelUnknown
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2017 10,099 miles

Nearside Rear tyre slightly worn on inner edge

both front seat belts frayed slightly on webbing

both runner boards corroded and insecure

signs of gear oil leak on shaft housing

Fail 15 Aug 2017 10,097 miles

Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. insecure (6.2.A.2)

Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both (2.4.G.2)

Hazard warning switch faulty not working (1.4.B.1d)

Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Nearside Rear tyre slightly worn on inner edge

both front seat belts frayed slightly on webbing

both runner boards corroded and insecure

signs of gear oil leak on shaft housing

Pass 12 Aug 2016 9,752 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2016 9,752 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded frame head (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Unknown?

Based on 11,543 MOT tests across 2,777 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
3,793
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
2,777
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 74
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 72
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VXA 457L is a 1973 Volkswagen Unknown in White with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1973 Volkswagen Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 44,150 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Unknown fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 74 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VXA 457L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 53 years old, this Volkswagen Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VXA 457L registered?

VXA 457L is a 1973 Volkswagen Unknown, first registered on 13 February 1973.

Is VXA 457L safe to buy?

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