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AK52 CBF

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

105,205 mi
Last recorded105,205 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2014
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK52 CBF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2014 105,205 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

windscreen cracked but not in swept area

Pass 16 Nov 2013 96,023 miles

Centre exhaust clamp is very cooroded

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside rear tyre is perished and worn on outer edge

Pass 5 Dec 2012 89,725 miles

offside rear tyre perished

Fail 4 Dec 2012 89,719 miles

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

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

offside rear tyre perished

offside wiperblade spilt

Pass 20 Sep 2011 79,225 miles

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

engine man light on

front number plate damaged

Fail 20 Sep 2011 79,225 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

engine man light on

front number plate damaged

Pass 26 Apr 2010 69,241 miles

Nearside outer sill panel damaged

Nearside rear tyre has slight side wall damage 205/55R16V

Pass 8 May 2009 60,346 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Petrol flap cover not latching

Pass 28 Apr 2008 50,881 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 39,011 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 31,734 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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AK52 CBF is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 AK52 CBF, 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 AK52 CBF registered?

AK52 CBF is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 21 November 2002.

Is AK52 CBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK52 CBF shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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