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AF02 XGK

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2019
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

151,147 mi
Last recorded151,147 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2018
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF02 XGK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2018 151,147 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Sep 2016 147,873 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

on completion of test vehicle began to emit light smoke from exhaust

Fail 5 Apr 2016 147,836 miles

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Feb 2015 139,911 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2015 139,911 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Feb 2014 131,329 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2014 131,329 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Jan 2013 119,931 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 111,174 miles
Fail 24 May 2011 97,500 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 May 2011 97,500 miles

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

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

Pass 20 May 2010 82,327 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 69,394 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2009 69,384 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 17 May 2008 53,335 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2007 38,383 miles
Fail 17 May 2007 38,383 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 24 May 2006 27,825 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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AF02 XGK is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2002 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 77,198 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 AF02 XGK, 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 24 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AF02 XGK?

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What year was AF02 XGK registered?

AF02 XGK is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 18 April 2002.

Is AF02 XGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF02 XGK shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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