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EK51 HFH

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2018
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

108,706 mi
Last recorded108,706 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2017
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK51 HFH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2017 108,706 miles

Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre stretched

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

Offside Rear Tyre stretched

Pass 29 Nov 2016 98,649 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2015 87,093 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2014 75,717 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 64,399 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 54,463 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust heat-shield insecure

nearside front tyre sidewall deteriorated

Pass 15 Nov 2011 51,259 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

nsf tyre perrishing on sidewall

osr brake pad anti rattle spring not located properly

Pass 5 Nov 2010 48,538 miles

Both rear tyres perrishing?

Nail in nearside rear tyre

osr brake pad rattle spring mot in housing?

Pass 9 Nov 2009 44,621 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2009 44,621 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2008 43,186 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 37,543 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 36,264 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 30,523 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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EK51 HFH is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 EK51 HFH, 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 EK51 HFH registered?

EK51 HFH is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 14 January 2002.

Is EK51 HFH safe to buy?

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