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KRS 440V

1987 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2017
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

29,915 mi
Last recorded29,915 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2018
Typical for 1987 Volkswagen Beetle46,595 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKRS 440V
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1987
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 31 Aug 2018 29,915 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2016 29,907 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2015 29,907 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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KRS 440V is a 1987 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1987 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 46,595 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 KRS 440V, 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 39 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 KRS 440V?

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What year was KRS 440V registered?

KRS 440V is a 1987 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 12 October 1987.

Is KRS 440V safe to buy?

The MOT history for KRS 440V shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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