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AK52 GYT

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

119,202 mi
Last recorded119,202 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2016
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK52 GYT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Fail 12 Dec 2016 119,202 miles

Driver's door hinge insecure (6.2.B.2)

Emissions not tested excessive blue smoke and oil filled up too much (7.3.A.1)

Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance lens cover missing (1.4.A.2e)

offside outer sill dented

Pass 12 Sep 2015 117,513 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2015 117,513 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2014 98,700 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 92,621 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 12 Aug 2013 92,619 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 carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

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

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 22 Sep 2012 86,431 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2011 79,948 miles

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

both rear tyres cracking

Pass 2 Oct 2010 73,449 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 65,923 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 24 Sep 2008 60,555 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2007 52,277 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2006 42,236 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 GYT is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 GYT, 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 GYT registered?

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

Is AK52 GYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK52 GYT shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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