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BK52 NPE

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Sep 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

99,915 mi
Last recorded99,915 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2026
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK52 NPE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 10 Sep 2026 99,915 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2025 98,192 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Sep 2024 96,571 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2023 94,398 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2022 91,934 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 84,907 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 24 Aug 2020 80,980 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 77,396 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 72,931 miles

Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2017 68,126 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2016 62,136 miles

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Oil leak gearbox area

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 17 Aug 2015 57,128 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 53,057 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Aug 2013 48,197 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

fuel flap faulty

Pass 17 Aug 2012 43,349 miles

Nail in O/S/F tyre

Small cut in N/S/F tyre.

Pass 30 Aug 2011 38,512 miles

n/s/r tyre worn to 1.6mm on edges of tread [205/55/16w]

unable to check condition of brake pipes properly due to coating

Pass 1 Sep 2010 32,886 miles

n/s/r tyre worn to 2mm + nail in edge of tread [205/55/16w]

o/s/f tyre worn to 2mm on edge of tread

o/s/r tyre starting to split on sidewall

unable to check parts of vehicle properly due to covers

Pass 24 Aug 2009 27,236 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 20,309 miles

n/s/f tyre starting to crack on inner sidewall + worn to 2mm [205/55/16w]

unable to check n/s/r seatbelt due to childseat

Pass 5 Sep 2007 15,784 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 12,947 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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BK52 NPE is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BK52 NPE, 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 BK52 NPE registered?

BK52 NPE is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 30 September 2002.

Is BK52 NPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK52 NPE shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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