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AK52 KTU

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2019
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

57,775 mi
Last recorded57,775 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2018
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2018 57,775 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 19 Dec 2018 57,775 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Dec 2017 52,362 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 46,524 miles

both rear tyres cracked / perished

Pass 27 Apr 2016 40,315 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 2 Dec 2015 39,577 miles

offside rear tyre has two nails in it

Pass 1 Dec 2014 37,181 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2013 34,735 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 32,462 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2012 32,462 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Dec 2011 29,840 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2010 27,524 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 1 Dec 2009 25,294 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 23,132 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 20,757 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 17,961 miles

both front tyres 2mm on edges

o/s/f anti roll bar locating sleeve split

Pass 5 Dec 2005 14,170 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 KTU is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,595cc 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 AK52 KTU, 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 KTU registered?

AK52 KTU is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 5 December 2002.

Is AK52 KTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK52 KTU 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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