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KWP 900T

1979 Volkswagen Beetle

Bronze Petrol 1303cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

33,058 mi
Last recorded33,058 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 1979 Volkswagen Beetle41,458 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKWP 900T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1979
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,303cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 33,058 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2025 32,767 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2024 32,608 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2023 32,423 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2022 31,923 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 31,678 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 31,404 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 31,177 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 31,065 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 29,902 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 29,637 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 28,274 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 28,111 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 28,067 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 27,444 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2008 26,740 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Jun 2008 26,740 miles

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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KWP 900T is a 1979 Volkswagen Beetle in Bronze with a 1,303cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 KWP 900T, 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

How do I check the history of KWP 900T?

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What year was KWP 900T registered?

KWP 900T is a 1979 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 30 March 1979.

Is KWP 900T safe to buy?

The MOT history for KWP 900T shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KWP 900T have outstanding finance?

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