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CK51 OUV

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

123,823 mi
Last recorded123,823 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2018
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK51 OUV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Fail 20 Apr 2018 123,823 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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 Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened Around mounting bush (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Engine management light on indicating a fault

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Headlamps deteriorated ... faint beam detected

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 2 Feb 2018 123,764 miles

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)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Brake pad wear warning indicator illuminated

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Feb 2017 114,923 miles

Brake pad warning light on

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

Fail 1 Feb 2017 114,922 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Brake pad warning light on

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

Pass 5 Feb 2016 112,399 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2015 103,276 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

brake pad low warning light on dash

Pass 7 Jan 2015 103,276 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

brake pad low warning light on dash

Pass 23 Dec 2013 89,278 miles

brake warning light on dash

os sill damaged

Pass 4 Jan 2013 77,220 miles

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

Pass 30 Dec 2011 64,531 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 8 Jan 2011 52,832 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Jan 2011 52,832 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2010 45,242 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2010 45,242 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 31 Dec 2008 33,974 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2008 24,635 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2007 21,164 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2006 17,822 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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CK51 OUV is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CK51 OUV, 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 CK51 OUV registered?

CK51 OUV is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 January 2002.

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