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TKX 836

1954 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 2276cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2013
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

9,309 mi
Last recorded9,309 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2012
Typical for 1954 Volkswagen Beetle31,940 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTKX 836
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1954
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,276cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2012 9,309 miles
Fail 29 May 2012 9,309 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear brake drum contaminated by brake fluid (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 27 Aug 2010 9,052 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 8,617 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2007 8,355 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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TKX 836 is a 1954 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 2,276cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1954 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 31,940 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 TKX 836, 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 72 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TKX 836?

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What year was TKX 836 registered?

TKX 836 is a 1954 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 3 June 1954.

Is TKX 836 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TKX 836 shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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