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PKD 600S

1991 Volkswagen Beetle

White Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2024
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

32,536 mi
Last recorded32,536 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2023
Typical for 1991 Volkswagen Beetle54,745 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPKD 600S
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2023 32,536 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2019 30,269 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 30,095 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 29,159 miles

nearside rear and offside front inner arches corroding

Fail 9 Jun 2016 29,159 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

nearside rear and offside front inner arches corroding

Pass 2 Jun 2015 27,476 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 2 Jun 2015 27,476 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Jun 2014 24,020 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2014 24,019 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2013 21,128 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 27 Jun 2012 19,081 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 18,711 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 17,613 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 16,030 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 12,616 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 10,180 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2006 8,299 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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PKD 600S is a 1991 Volkswagen Beetle in White with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1991 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 54,745 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 PKD 600S, 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 35 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 PKD 600S registered?

PKD 600S is a 1991 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 January 1991.

Is PKD 600S safe to buy?

The MOT history for PKD 600S shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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