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HKX 676T

1979 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

58,242 mi
Last recorded58,242 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2014
Typical for 1979 Volkswagen Beetle41,458 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHKX 676T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2014 58,242 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 58,033 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 57,787 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 57,153 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 56,549 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 58,493 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 56,273 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front number plate weathered

heat exchanger pipe holed and blowing

n/s/f seatbelt has been modified(extended)

Pass 7 Sep 2006 55,955 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2006 55,955 miles

Nearside Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)

Position lamp switch insecure (1.1.A.1)

Oil leak

Pass 7 Sep 2005 55,688 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2005 55,688 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3) DANGEROUS

long brake pedal travel.

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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HKX 676T is a 1979 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1979 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 41,458 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 HKX 676T, 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 47 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HKX 676T?

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What year was HKX 676T registered?

HKX 676T is a 1979 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 December 1979.

Is HKX 676T safe to buy?

The MOT history for HKX 676T 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.

Does HKX 676T have outstanding finance?

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