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KGE 165T

1979 Volkswagen Beetle

White Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

59,219 mi
Last recorded59,219 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2019
Typical for 1979 Volkswagen Beetle41,458 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKGE 165T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2019 59,219 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 59,188 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 58,667 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 58,360 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2014 58,360 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 8 Jul 2013 57,868 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 57,556 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 56,901 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2011 56,885 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

N/s/f tyre sidewalls cracking

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

O/s/f tyre sidewalls cracking

Pass 25 Jun 2010 56,466 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 56,018 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2009 56,017 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Front Sub-frame locating pin retaining device missing (2.4.G.3b)

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

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c) DANGEROUS

Offside Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Mar 2008 56,002 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 18 Mar 2008 56,002 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Aug 2006 55,918 miles

steering knuckle joint showing wear

tyre tread depths low

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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KGE 165T is a 1979 Volkswagen Beetle in White with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 KGE 165T, 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

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What year was KGE 165T registered?

KGE 165T is a 1979 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 December 1979.

Is KGE 165T safe to buy?

The MOT history for KGE 165T shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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