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KS17 CLJ

2017 Volkswagen Beetle

White Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

24,258 mi
Last recorded24,258 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Beetle31,417 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS17 CLJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2017
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 24,258 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Aug 2024 21,816 miles

Tpms and steering light on dash

Fail 14 Aug 2024 21,816 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Tpms and steering light on dash

Pass 16 Aug 2023 20,117 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 18,053 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Jul 2022 18,053 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2021 15,676 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 13,038 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2020

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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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KS17 CLJ is a 2017 Volkswagen Beetle in White with a 1,197cc petrol 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 KS17 CLJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KS17 CLJ registered?

KS17 CLJ is a 2017 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 30 April 2017.

Is KS17 CLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS17 CLJ 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.

Does KS17 CLJ have outstanding finance?

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