MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
61,081 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
Steering system lightly rubbing (2.2.D.2a)
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VKX 787 is a 1955 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.
Across all 1955 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 29,964 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 VKX 787, 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 71 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was VKX 787 registered?
VKX 787 is a 1955 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 22 April 1955.
Is VKX 787 safe to buy?
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