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GK51 OKX

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2018
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

84,153 mi
Last recorded84,153 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2017
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK51 OKX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2017 84,153 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

Pass 18 Jul 2016 81,178 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2016 81,178 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2015 78,473 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 75,344 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 25 Jul 2013 72,049 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 62,052 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 51,714 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2010 41,796 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 38,809 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jan 2009 35,065 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 32,067 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2007 28,171 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2006 23,021 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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GK51 OKX is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,595cc 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 GK51 OKX, 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 GK51 OKX registered?

GK51 OKX is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 January 2002.

Is GK51 OKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK51 OKX shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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