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N791 JHK

1994 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Sep 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

16,325 mi
Last recorded16,325 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 1994 Volkswagen Beetle48,352 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN791 JHK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 16,325 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2024 15,868 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2023 15,522 miles

Nearside Oil leak, but not excessive rear hub (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive hub (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2022 15,038 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 14,524 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 14,182 miles

head lamp masks fitted

rear hub seals weeping

Pass 30 Aug 2019 13,520 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 13,502 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 13,149 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 13,054 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 12,691 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 12,573 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 3 Jul 2012 12,573 miles

Offside rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

rear hub seals leaking

Pass 23 Jun 2011 12,230 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 11,233 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 8,792 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 6,269 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 3,769 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 1,326 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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N791 JHK is a 1994 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1994 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 48,352 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 N791 JHK, 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 32 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 N791 JHK registered?

N791 JHK is a 1994 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is N791 JHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for N791 JHK shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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