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AK65 JKF

2015 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

87,081 mi
Last recorded87,081 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2025
Typical for 2015 Volkswagen Beetle41,051 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK65 JKF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2015
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2025 87,081 miles

Both front springs. The shape of each spring top coil is incompatible with the strut top mounting. Both are secure and there is no evidence of fouling.

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm Leading bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm Leading bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Aug 2025 87,081 miles

Both front springs. The shape of each spring top coil is incompatible with the strut top mounting. Both are secure and there is no evidence of fouling.

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm Leading bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm Leading bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2024 77,257 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2023 68,247 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 57,628 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 47,322 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2020 42,418 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2019 34,105 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 21,914 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Low to limit and worn smooth on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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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AK65 JKF is a 2015 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2015 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 41,051 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 AK65 JKF, 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 11 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AK65 JKF registered?

AK65 JKF is a 2015 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 6 November 2015.

Is AK65 JKF safe to buy?

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