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KNK 559Y

1983 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1303cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2019
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

70,888 mi
Last recorded70,888 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2018
Typical for 1983 Volkswagen Beetle49,914 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKNK 559Y
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,303cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2018 70,888 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 70,636 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 23 Mar 2017 70,633 miles

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

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre is cracking

Oil leak ()

Pass 4 Apr 2016 69,792 miles

Offside Rear Inner tyre has perish

oil leak

Pass 10 Mar 2015 68,932 miles

Oil leak

Fail 25 Mar 2014 66,938 miles

NSR tyre is cracking

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 25 Mar 2014 66,938 miles

NSR tyre is cracking

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

Pass 5 Feb 2013 64,150 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 63,238 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 62,783 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2011 62,661 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Aug 2009 61,981 miles

offside front ball joint rubber detached

offside front body mount under wheel arch corroded

Fail 14 Aug 2009 61,981 miles

Nearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Inner Steering retaining device insecure (2.2.C.1g)

offside front ball joint rubber detached

offside front body mount under wheel arch corroded

Pass 24 May 2007 61,105 miles
Fail 23 May 2007 61,105 miles

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

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

Pass 17 May 2006 58,362 miles
Fail 17 May 2006 58,362 miles

Centre Front Steering wheel retaining device missing (2.1.6)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

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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KNK 559Y is a 1983 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,303cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 1983 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 49,914 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 KNK 559Y, 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 43 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KNK 559Y?

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What year was KNK 559Y registered?

KNK 559Y is a 1983 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 26 May 1983.

Is KNK 559Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for KNK 559Y shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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