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AK02 KTE

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

108,271 mi
Last recorded108,271 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2019
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK02 KTE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2019 108,271 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2019 108,271 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 19 Sep 2018 99,411 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 91,811 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Sep 2016 87,606 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2015 83,541 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 78,370 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2012 77,533 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2012 77,533 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 72,686 miles

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

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

Fail 25 May 2011 72,686 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

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

Pass 19 May 2010 65,963 miles

both cills damaged

both front tyres 3mm

center exhaust bracket broken

rear no plate fadeing

Pass 27 May 2009 60,107 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 53,106 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 45,353 miles

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

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

Pass 31 May 2006 38,802 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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AK02 KTE is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 AK02 KTE, 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 AK02 KTE registered?

AK02 KTE is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 24 June 2002.

Is AK02 KTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK02 KTE shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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