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HD51 KWP

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2020
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

121,918 mi
Last recorded121,918 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2019
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHD51 KWP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2019 121,918 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2018 120,259 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2017 116,486 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit and bald on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit and bald on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Nov 2016 109,434 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 104,297 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2015 104,293 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)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 25 Nov 2014 97,187 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 90,467 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

slight lift front struts when jacked

Pass 5 Dec 2012 83,724 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 79,262 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 72,492 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 65,804 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 59,689 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 54,383 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2007 46,461 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2006 37,968 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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HD51 KWP is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 HD51 KWP, 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 HD51 KWP registered?

HD51 KWP is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 28 January 2002.

Is HD51 KWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for HD51 KWP shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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