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AG51 EKM

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

116,786 mi
Last recorded116,786 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2021
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAG51 EKM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2021 116,786 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2020 116,514 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2020 116,514 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Jan 2018 112,937 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2017 108,678 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 105,956 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2016 105,956 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2015 99,254 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 90,905 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 17 Jan 2013 79,448 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 69,901 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 59,109 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2010 47,954 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2009 39,073 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2008 31,733 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2007 24,020 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2006 15,600 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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AG51 EKM is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 AG51 EKM, 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.

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What year was AG51 EKM registered?

AG51 EKM is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 February 2002.

Is AG51 EKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AG51 EKM shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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