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K28 RUN

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2027
Tests28 (21 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

52,784 mi
Last recorded52,784 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK28 RUN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

21 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 52,784 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2025 50,380 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

under surface corroded

Fail 6 Aug 2025 50,380 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

under surface corroded

Pass 8 Aug 2024 44,986 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 7 Aug 2024 44,986 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Jul 2023 39,988 miles

Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Aug 2022 37,179 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement /inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 8 Aug 2022 37,179 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement /inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Jul 2021 33,884 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing low in centre section of tyre

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread /delaminated (0.1 (b))

both rear tyres have small age related cuts

Pass 22 Jul 2020 30,210 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing low/age cuts

Fail 22 Jul 2020 30,210 miles

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

Nearside Front tyre wearing low/age cuts

Pass 24 Jul 2019 28,577 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 24 Jul 2019 28,577 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2018 26,836 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2017 25,629 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 24,014 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 22,875 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 22,197 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 Jul 2013 21,443 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2013 21,431 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2012 19,849 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 19,358 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 17,151 miles

nail to n/side front tyre

Pass 24 Jul 2009 15,224 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 12,520 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 10,921 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2006 9,819 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jul 2006 9,819 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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K28 RUN is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 K28 RUN, 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 K28 RUN registered?

K28 RUN is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 23 July 2002.

Is K28 RUN safe to buy?

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