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S572 BKP

1999 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

110,318 mi
Last recorded110,318 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2016
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Beetle78,784 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS572 BKP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2016 110,318 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2016 110,186 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules nsr/osr (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded from flexi (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm and perishing (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm and perishing (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

eml on

osr tyre perishing

Pass 15 Sep 2014 105,626 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 102,642 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2013 102,635 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Aug 2012 98,719 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2012 98,719 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2011 93,284 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 87,009 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 80,509 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 69,923 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 63,013 miles

dashboard air bag warning light on

front reg plate cracked

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 15 Mar 2006 52,196 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2006 52,188 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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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S572 BKP is a 1999 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1999 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 78,784 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 S572 BKP, 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 27 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 S572 BKP registered?

S572 BKP is a 1999 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is S572 BKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S572 BKP shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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