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KFL 98G

1992 Volkswagen Beetle

Pink Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2019
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

90,824 mi
Last recorded90,824 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2018
Typical for 1992 Volkswagen Beetle50,962 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKFL 98G
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1992
ColourPink
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2018 90,824 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2017 87,384 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 85,004 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2016 84,999 miles

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 6 Jan 2015 83,719 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2015 83,717 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2014 79,509 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

N/S/R outer sill corroded

Nearside Front Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 4 Jan 2014 79,509 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d) DANGEROUS

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

N/S/R outer sill corroded

Nearside Front Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Jan 2013 74,415 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 29 Dec 2012 74,415 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 12 Dec 2011 70,484 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2011 70,484 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 3 Nov 2011 70,449 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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KFL 98G is a 1992 Volkswagen Beetle in Pink with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KFL 98G, 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.

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What year was KFL 98G registered?

KFL 98G is a 1992 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 30 November 1992.

Is KFL 98G safe to buy?

The MOT history for KFL 98G shows 13 tests with a 53.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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