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KU17 ZLX

2017 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Feb 2027
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

57,010 mi
Last recorded57,010 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Beetle31,417 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU17 ZLX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 57,010 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Feb 2026 57,007 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

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

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

Pass 14 Feb 2025 52,145 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2025 52,141 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2024 46,344 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2023 39,430 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 31,621 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 Mar 2022 31,621 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Mar 2021 25,700 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2020 23,586 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2020 23,586 miles

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

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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KU17 ZLX is a 2017 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 KU17 ZLX, 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

How do I check the history of KU17 ZLX?

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What year was KU17 ZLX registered?

KU17 ZLX is a 2017 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 March 2017.

Is KU17 ZLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU17 ZLX shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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