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KFX 50F

1989 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1483cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

98,482 mi
Last recorded98,482 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2021
Typical for 1989 Volkswagen Beetle44,131 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKFX 50F
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,483cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2021 98,482 miles

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Pass 7 Jun 2019 98,089 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

brake pull to nearside

Pass 13 Sep 2017 97,937 miles

slight play in steering box

Fail 12 Sep 2017 97,937 miles

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

slight play in steering box

Pass 3 Aug 2016 97,635 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 96,425 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 94,402 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Jul 2013 93,781 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 93,125 miles

rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 22 Jun 2011 92,277 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

back braks slightly binding .

nearside hand brake cable week .

Pass 23 Jun 2010 91,428 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

nearside wiper blade slightly split at edge

Fail 17 Jun 2010 91,422 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

nearside wiper blade slightly split at edge

Pass 12 Jun 2009 90,775 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 89,076 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 85,705 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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KFX 50F is a 1989 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,483cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1989 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 44,131 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 KFX 50F, 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 37 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was KFX 50F registered?

KFX 50F is a 1989 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 September 1989.

Is KFX 50F safe to buy?

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