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HK51 VUF

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

102,451 mi
Last recorded102,451 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2015
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK51 VUF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2015 102,451 miles

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

brake pedal slightly spongy

Fail 27 Aug 2015 102,451 miles

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

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

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

brake pedal slightly spongy

Pass 31 Jul 2014 88,704 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2014 88,704 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2013 80,072 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2012 74,753 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2011 68,024 miles

water ingress noted to rear number plate

Pass 12 Aug 2010 59,938 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 52,457 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 46,694 miles

both front tyres becomming cracked/perished and close to legal limit

exhaust system becomming corroded

front brake discs becomming worn/corroded

front brake pads becomming low

front registration plate becomming cracked/damaged

rear brake pads close to legal limit

Fail 19 Aug 2008 46,694 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

both front tyres becomming cracked/perished and close to legal limit

exhaust system becomming corroded

front brake discs becomming worn/corroded

front brake pads becomming low

front registration plate becomming cracked/damaged

rear brake pads close to legal limit

Pass 20 Aug 2007 41,946 miles

both front tyre/s are perished

damage to windscreen

Fail 20 Aug 2007 41,946 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

both front tyre/s are perished

damage too windscreen

Pass 23 Aug 2006 36,453 miles

rear wheels binding slightly

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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HK51 VUF is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 HK51 VUF, 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

How do I check the history of HK51 VUF?

You can check the full history of HK51 VUF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was HK51 VUF registered?

HK51 VUF is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 3 January 2002.

Is HK51 VUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK51 VUF shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HK51 VUF have outstanding finance?

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