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K1 GNU

2000 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

176,739 mi
Last recorded176,739 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Beetle82,227 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK1 GNU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 176,739 miles

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

Offside Front Upper mount/bearing has slight play

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Nov 2024 169,633 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2024 169,633 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Nov 2023 164,018 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively slight (1.2.1 (f))

ever so slight blow from exhaust

Fail 3 Nov 2023 164,017 miles

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively slight (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 31 Oct 2022 158,186 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2022 158,182 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Oct 2021 151,478 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corrosion to all brake discs on inner surfaces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 19 Oct 2021 151,478 miles

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill at rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill at rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corrosion to all brake discs on inner surfaces (1.1.14 (a) (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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K1 GNU is a 2000 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 2000 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 82,227 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 K1 GNU, 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 26 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 K1 GNU registered?

K1 GNU is a 2000 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is K1 GNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for K1 GNU shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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