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V539 KEO

2000 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

139,171 mi
Last recorded139,171 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2018
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Beetle82,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV539 KEO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2018 139,171 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 132,363 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2017 132,358 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)

Fail 9 Mar 2017 132,293 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

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)

Oil leak ()

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 18 Mar 2016 128,604 miles

oil leak

Pass 21 Apr 2015 125,350 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 117,081 miles
Fail 7 May 2013 117,053 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

engine light on

water leak

Pass 4 May 2012 108,293 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

air bag light on dash

eml light on dash

Pass 27 Apr 2011 98,359 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

auxillary drive belt perrished

oil leak possibly drive shaft oil seal at gearbox

rad fan broken and noisey

Pass 24 Apr 2010 90,737 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 83,804 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2009 83,594 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Axle swivel joint has excessive movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Axle swivel joint has excessive movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

Pass 2 Apr 2008 76,278 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2007 67,080 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 62,874 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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V539 KEO is a 2000 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2000 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 82,227 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 V539 KEO, 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 26 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was V539 KEO registered?

V539 KEO is a 2000 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 17 January 2000.

Is V539 KEO safe to buy?

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