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KF66 EFL

2017 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

41,027 mi
Last recorded41,027 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Beetle31,417 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKF66 EFL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2017
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 41,027 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2025 37,470 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2025 37,470 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 8 Mar 2024 32,408 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 7 Mar 2024 32,407 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 9 Mar 2023 27,469 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2022 24,736 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2021 17,746 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 28 Jan 2020 8,696 miles

Under tray fitted

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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KF66 EFL is a 2017 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2017 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 31,417 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 KF66 EFL, 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 9 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was KF66 EFL registered?

KF66 EFL is a 2017 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 23 February 2017.

Is KF66 EFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for KF66 EFL shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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