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UDY 50L

1973 Volkswagen Bettle

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

25,799 mi
Last recorded25,799 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2013
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Bettle30,972 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUDY 50L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBettle
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2013 25,799 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 15 Jun 2013 25,792 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 18 Jun 2012 24,745 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 24,665 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 24,510 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 24,496 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 24,317 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 24,134 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Bettle?

Based on 1,648 MOT tests across 194 vehicles.

68.1%
Pass Rate
697
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
194
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 139
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 115
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 74
position lamp(s) not working 68
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 65
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UDY 50L is a 1973 Volkswagen Bettle in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1973 Volkswagen Bettle models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.6% with a typical mileage of 30,972 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Bettle fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 139 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UDY 50L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Bettle typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 53 years old, this Volkswagen Bettle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of UDY 50L?

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What year was UDY 50L registered?

UDY 50L is a 1973 Volkswagen Bettle, first registered on 10 July 1973.

Is UDY 50L safe to buy?

The MOT history for UDY 50L shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UDY 50L have outstanding finance?

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