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WNF 567L

1973 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2018
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

88,050 mi
Last recorded88,050 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2017
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Beetle46,746 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWNF 567L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2017 88,050 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2015 88,022 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 87,775 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 87,374 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 13 May 2013 87,362 miles

Front Bootlid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

Front Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Front Hazard warning switch insecure (1.4.B.1d)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Rear Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 10 May 2012 86,863 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

bonnet hingesfaulty

n/s front shocker worn and slight leak

play in steering couulmn

seatrunners worn

steering stiff operating

Fail 10 May 2012 86,863 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

bonnet hingesfaulty

n/s front shocker worn and slight leak

play in steering couulmn

seatrunners worn

steering stiff operating

Pass 1 Oct 2010 86,696 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2010 86,694 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

front chassi rails rusting.

rear brake flexi collars rusted.

Pass 1 Oct 2009 86,268 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2009 86,264 miles

Offside Front Lower Steering column universal joint is excessively deteriorated (2.1.5)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching not secure (5.2.2b)

Offside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

bulk head corroded

o/s bonnet hingebroken

Pass 21 Aug 2008 85,832 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2008 85,824 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Mar 2006 83,642 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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WNF 567L is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WNF 567L, 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.

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What year was WNF 567L registered?

WNF 567L is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 16 March 1973.

Is WNF 567L safe to buy?

The MOT history for WNF 567L shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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