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KBJ 403N

1993 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2017
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

45,547 mi
Last recorded45,547 miles
Recorded on11 May 2016
Typical for 1993 Volkswagen Beetle52,953 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKBJ 403N
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2016 45,547 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases advise oil leak (7.1.2)

Fail 8 Apr 2015 45,437 miles

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

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

offside front inner wheel arch corroded

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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KBJ 403N is a 1993 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 1993 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 52,953 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 KBJ 403N, 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 33 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KBJ 403N?

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What year was KBJ 403N registered?

KBJ 403N is a 1993 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 25 January 1993.

Is KBJ 403N safe to buy?

The MOT history for KBJ 403N 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 KBJ 403N have outstanding finance?

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