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FH18 HXK

2018 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,689 mi
Last recorded25,689 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2025
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Beetle27,218 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH18 HXK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 21 Jul 2025 25,689 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WEARING ON EDGE & PERISHING 235/45*18 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing PERISHED 235/45*18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing PERISHED 235/45*18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2024 25,271 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge EDGE & PERISHING 235/45*18 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing PERISHING 235/45*18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing PERISHED 235/45*18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Jul 2023 23,918 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge EDGE & PERISHING 235/45*18 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing PERISHED 235/45*18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing PERISHED 235/45*18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view SMALL CHIPS (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2022 18,470 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracks on tread 235/45/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracks on tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2021 13,471 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge EDGES, PERISHING, DAMAGE TO SIDEWALL & NAIL IN TREAD 235/45*18 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing PERISHING 235/45*18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge EDGE & PERISHING 235/45*18 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing PERISHING 235/45*18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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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FH18 HXK is a 2018 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2018 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.4% with a typical mileage of 27,218 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 FH18 HXK, 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 8 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FH18 HXK?

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What year was FH18 HXK registered?

FH18 HXK is a 2018 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 July 2018.

Is FH18 HXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH18 HXK shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FH18 HXK have outstanding finance?

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