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AF15 KOW

2015 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

75,226 mi
Last recorded75,226 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2015 Volkswagen Beetle41,051 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF15 KOW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2015
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 75,226 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Feb 2025 72,382 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 19 Feb 2025 72,382 miles

Nearside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Mar 2024 69,647 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Mar 2023 66,431 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2023 66,430 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Mar 2022 62,534 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 51,334 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 43,896 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 40,029 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2018 36,639 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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AF15 KOW is a 2015 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2015 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 41,051 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 AF15 KOW, 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 11 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AF15 KOW registered?

AF15 KOW is a 2015 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 7 March 2015.

Is AF15 KOW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF15 KOW shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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