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R67 KPG

1998 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

198,307 mi
Last recorded198,307 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2020
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Beetle68,525 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR67 KPG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2020 198,307 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Apr 2019 189,635 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 24 Apr 2018 176,038 miles

headlamp lenses fading

Fail 24 Apr 2018 176,038 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported centre (7.1.1)

headlamp lenses fading

Pass 15 May 2017 162,890 miles
Fail 15 May 2017 162,890 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported middle (7.1.1)

Pass 10 May 2016 153,559 miles

front drop links noisy and worn

Fail 10 May 2016 153,559 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported middle (7.1.1)

front drop links noisy and worn

Pass 7 May 2015 148,748 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 142,547 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 131,213 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 18 Apr 2012 116,820 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2012 116,820 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2011 99,905 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 21 Apr 2010 83,432 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 18 May 2009 71,310 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 15 May 2008 62,622 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Apr 2007 52,923 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 42,139 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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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R67 KPG is a 1998 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1998 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 68,525 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 R67 KPG, 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 28 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R67 KPG registered?

R67 KPG is a 1998 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R67 KPG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R67 KPG shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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