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KB51 DZW

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2023
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

51,003 mi
Last recorded51,003 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2022
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKB51 DZW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2022 51,003 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 53,525 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2016 51,240 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 50,000 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2014 50,000 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2013 48,350 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 48,334 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2010 44,268 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 35,212 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 27,257 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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KB51 DZW is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 KB51 DZW, 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 KB51 DZW registered?

KB51 DZW is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 10 January 2002.

Is KB51 DZW safe to buy?

The MOT history for KB51 DZW shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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