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WKY 688K

1992 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

97,565 mi
Last recorded97,565 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2017
Typical for 1992 Volkswagen Beetle50,962 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWKY 688K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2017 97,565 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 97,191 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 18 Jul 2016 97,191 miles

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 20 Jul 2015 96,680 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 95,227 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 92,666 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 26 Jun 2012 91,705 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2012 91,705 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Jul 2011 90,203 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 24 Jun 2011 90,087 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 Jun 2010 88,480 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2010 88,480 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 26 Jun 2009 87,058 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 84,473 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 81,145 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 78,113 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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WKY 688K is a 1992 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1992 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 50,962 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 WKY 688K, 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 34 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WKY 688K registered?

WKY 688K is a 1992 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 7 May 1992.

Is WKY 688K safe to buy?

The MOT history for WKY 688K shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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