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AF51 JKZ

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

120,937 mi
Last recorded120,937 miles
Recorded on9 May 2019
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF51 JKZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 May 2019 120,937 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 118,338 miles

corrosion to front brake discs

Pass 18 Jan 2016 114,025 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2015 107,824 miles

n/s front wishbone- rear bush split

n/s/r tyre worn on inner edge and is just legal

o/s front wishbone-rear bush worn

o/s/f brake backplate corroded

Pass 22 Jan 2014 100,190 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 89,772 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2013 89,772 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 23 Jan 2012 81,295 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 72,060 miles

wear to rear tyres

Fail 20 Jan 2011 72,060 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

wear to rear tyres

Pass 25 Jan 2010 62,487 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2009 52,386 miles

wear to rear brake pads

Pass 19 Jan 2008 43,488 miles

wear to o/s front tyre

Pass 27 Jan 2007 37,248 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2006 31,861 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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AF51 JKZ is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 AF51 JKZ, 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

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What year was AF51 JKZ registered?

AF51 JKZ is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 30 January 2002.

Is AF51 JKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF51 JKZ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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