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KGV 53K

1997 Volkswagen Beetle

Beige Petrol 1302cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

48,784 mi
Last recorded48,784 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2017
Typical for 1997 Volkswagen Beetle51,989 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKGV 53K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1997
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,302cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2017 48,784 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 48,686 miles

slight binding on nearside front brake.

Fail 30 Oct 2014 48,667 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

binding on all 4 brakes.

foot brake travel.

Pass 10 Oct 2013 48,644 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2013 48,644 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Oct 2012 48,510 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 48,387 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 48,291 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

rear service brakes binding slightly

Pass 24 Sep 2009 48,219 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Pass 10 Oct 2008 48,174 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Oct 2007 48,098 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Oct 2007 48,098 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2006 48,037 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2005 47,893 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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KGV 53K is a 1997 Volkswagen Beetle in Beige with a 1,302cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1997 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 51,989 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 KGV 53K, 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 29 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was KGV 53K registered?

KGV 53K is a 1997 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 23 October 1997.

Is KGV 53K safe to buy?

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