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E345 KYR

1987 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1192cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

37,723 mi
Last recorded37,723 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 1987 Volkswagen Beetle46,595 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE345 KYR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1987
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,192cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 37,723 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2024 37,548 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2023 37,347 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2022 37,194 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Jan 2022 37,194 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2020 36,637 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

customer left paper work showing this a 1/8/1977 car

Pass 23 Aug 2019 36,366 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 36,228 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2018 36,228 miles

Nearside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jul 2017 35,970 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2017 35,970 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases main silencer (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Jun 2016 35,741 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 35,595 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 35,300 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 34,964 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Oil leak

driver's seat belt slow to retract

Fail 25 Apr 2013 34,960 miles

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Oil leak

driver's seat belt slow to retract

Pass 23 Apr 2012 34,764 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2012 34,764 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2011 34,348 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 34,155 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2009 33,881 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2009 33,880 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 29 Feb 2008 33,653 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 33,264 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2007 33,259 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Pass 5 Dec 2005 32,996 miles

front brakes require attention

n\s\f seat belt clasp plastic surround damaged

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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E345 KYR is a 1987 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

Across all 1987 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 46,595 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 E345 KYR, 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 39 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was E345 KYR registered?

E345 KYR is a 1987 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 16 September 1987.

Is E345 KYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for E345 KYR shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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