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DE02 LRK

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2024
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

88,734 mi
Last recorded88,734 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2023
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE02 LRK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2023 88,734 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2022 85,094 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2022 85,093 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel to the extent that safe steering is affected (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Nov 2021 80,879 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2021 80,877 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2020 76,580 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

engine covers and under trays fitted

surface rust on under side of vehicle

Fail 22 Oct 2020 76,580 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

engine covers and under trays fitted

surface rust on under side of vehicle

Pass 25 Oct 2019 72,505 miles

Engine and under trays fitted obscuring the view

Rear Axle deformed but serviceable Corroded but serviceable (5.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 25 Oct 2019 72,505 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Engine and under trays fitted obscuring the view

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Axle deformed but serviceable Corroded but serviceable (5.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Oct 2018 67,081 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 62,688 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 60,489 miles

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ( on inside ) (3.5.1i)

Pass 18 Apr 2016 56,759 miles

Nearside Front coil spring

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front coil spring

Pass 27 Apr 2015 52,187 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 47,585 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 43,631 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2013 43,631 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Apr 2012 40,514 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2012 40,514 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 26 Apr 2011 37,490 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2010 33,978 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 30,856 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 28,115 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 25 Apr 2007 26,485 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 23,506 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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DE02 LRK is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 DE02 LRK, 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 DE02 LRK registered?

DE02 LRK is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 May 2002.

Is DE02 LRK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE02 LRK shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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