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KGY 543V

1985 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

55,609 mi
Last recorded55,609 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2018
Typical for 1985 Volkswagen Beetle41,702 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKGY 543V
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2018 55,609 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2016 55,454 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 55,247 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2015 55,227 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 12 Jul 2013 55,045 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 54,664 miles
Fail 28 May 2012 54,664 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 54,317 miles

low oil and oil leak

n/s headlamps aim low

reverse lamps inop

slight drag on n/s/f brake

washer jets weak

Pass 11 Jun 2010 54,261 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2010 54,261 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Pass 26 Mar 2009 53,973 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 53,904 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 53,707 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2006 53,698 miles

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

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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KGY 543V is a 1985 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1985 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 41,702 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 KGY 543V, 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 41 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 KGY 543V registered?

KGY 543V is a 1985 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 28 October 1985.

Is KGY 543V safe to buy?

The MOT history for KGY 543V shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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