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KFF 198

1994 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1192cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

28,907 mi
Last recorded28,907 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 1994 Volkswagen Beetle48,352 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKFF 198
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,192cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 28,907 miles

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2025 28,886 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Dec 2021 27,786 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2020 27,083 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 26,608 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 24,982 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Brake pedal feels a bit soft but works fine and doesnt fade away under pressure

Oil leak

Rust hole in front passengers footwell. Not with in 30cm of anything

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 18 Nov 2009 24,975 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Oil leak

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 24 Oct 2005 24,747 miles

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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KFF 198 is a 1994 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1994 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 48,352 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 KFF 198, 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 32 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KFF 198 registered?

KFF 198 is a 1994 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 5 July 1994.

Is KFF 198 safe to buy?

The MOT history for KFF 198 shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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