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FKJ 475C

2012 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2012
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

2,867 mi
Last recorded2,867 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2011
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Beetle52,902 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFKJ 475C
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2011 2,867 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2011 2,858 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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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FKJ 475C is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2012 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 52,902 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 FKJ 475C, 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 14 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FKJ 475C registered?

FKJ 475C is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is FKJ 475C safe to buy?

The MOT history for FKJ 475C shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FKJ 475C have outstanding finance?

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