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KDK 327P

1976 Volkswagen Beetle

Orange Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2025
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

8,634 mi
Last recorded8,634 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2024
Typical for 1976 Volkswagen Beetle48,352 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKDK 327P
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1976
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2024 8,634 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 8,387 miles
Pass 18 May 2021 8,201 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2020 7,986 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 7,944 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 7,758 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 7,182 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 16 Apr 2016 7,178 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Horn control missing (1.6.1)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Wing near top shocker mount (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Exhaust mounting rubber perishing at o/s

Extensive welding repairs to vehicle underside

Front brake pads low?

Oil leak on engine

Oil leak on gearbox

Play in rear wheel bearings o/s & n/s

Bonnet does not secure closed

Pass 17 Apr 2015 71,781 miles

Play in n/s track rod end.

Play in rear wheel bearings.

Rear seats removed.

Fail 23 Jan 2009 71,766 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 6 May 2006 68,129 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2006 68,113 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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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KDK 327P is a 1976 Volkswagen Beetle in Orange with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1976 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.3% with a typical mileage of 48,352 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 KDK 327P, 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 50 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 KDK 327P?

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What year was KDK 327P registered?

KDK 327P is a 1976 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 9 January 1976.

Is KDK 327P safe to buy?

The MOT history for KDK 327P shows 12 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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