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AK52 GZF

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

130,557 mi
Last recorded130,557 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2017
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK52 GZF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2017 130,557 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 124,168 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt n/s+o/s (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 5 Feb 2015 114,973 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Pass 11 Feb 2014 105,180 miles

engine light on

Pass 30 Jan 2013 95,072 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Feb 2012 86,296 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 1 Mar 2011 79,624 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 68,667 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front brake pads getting low

Fail 25 Feb 2010 68,667 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

front brake pads getting low

Fail 26 Feb 2009 58,990 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

cracks forming on rear tyres and nearside front tyre

low tread on offside front tyre and offside rear tyre

Pass 26 Feb 2009 58,990 miles

cracks forming on rear tyres and nearside front tyre

low tread on offside front tyre and offside rear tyre

Pass 25 Feb 2008 47,840 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 22 Jan 2007 38,302 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2007 38,302 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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)

wiper blades juddering and noisey in operation

Pass 25 Jan 2006 28,450 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 GZF is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GZF, 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 AK52 GZF registered?

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

Is AK52 GZF safe to buy?

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