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CK52 FKR

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

100,275 mi
Last recorded100,275 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2016
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK52 FKR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2016 100,275 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2016 100,263 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)

Nearside Front 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)

Pass 3 May 2013 95,795 miles

rear springs det

Fail 3 May 2013 95,789 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

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

rear springs det

Pass 25 Apr 2012 86,924 miles

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

Fail 21 Apr 2012 86,860 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 2 Apr 2011 74,396 miles

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

engine idle speed irratic

engine management light on

n/s/f wheel arch cracked/damaged

Pass 9 Feb 2010 57,387 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2010 57,387 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Feb 2009 44,425 miles

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

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 4 Dec 2007 38,634 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 29,926 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2005 24,054 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2005 24,054 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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

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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CK52 FKR is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 CK52 FKR, 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 CK52 FKR registered?

CK52 FKR is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 30 October 2002.

Is CK52 FKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for CK52 FKR shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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