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WKC 52H

1988 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

2,342 mi
Last recorded2,342 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2018
Typical for 1988 Volkswagen Beetle55,751 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWKC 52H
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2018 2,342 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 23,332 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 2,288 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 2,124 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2014 2,124 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Apr 2013 1,988 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 1,987 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 1,965 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 1,958 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 1,946 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 1,927 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 1,392 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 1,367 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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WKC 52H is a 1988 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1988 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 55,751 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 WKC 52H, 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 38 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WKC 52H?

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What year was WKC 52H registered?

WKC 52H is a 1988 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 17 May 1988.

Is WKC 52H safe to buy?

The MOT history for WKC 52H shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WKC 52H have outstanding finance?

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