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KC02 OES

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2019
Tests24 (13 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate54.2%

Mileage

93,061 mi
Last recorded93,061 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2018
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKC02 OES
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

13 pass 11 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2018 93,061 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 16 Nov 2018 93,061 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 13 Nov 2017 89,959 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

Fail 13 Nov 2017 89,959 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Nov 2016 88,390 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2016 88,390 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Nov 2015 79,755 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2015 79,755 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Stop lamp not working both (1.2.1b)

Fail 11 Nov 2014 72,245 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 11 Nov 2014 72,245 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2013 64,782 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Sep 2013 64,782 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 64,445 miles
Fail 1 May 2012 64,442 miles

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)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Nov 2010 58,984 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2010 58,984 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 29 Sep 2010 58,897 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Sep 2010 58,897 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Sep 2009 51,566 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 45,362 miles

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

Fail 5 Sep 2008 45,362 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 20 Jul 2007 39,127 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2007 39,127 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Jul 2006 31,225 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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KC02 OES is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KC02 OES, 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 KC02 OES registered?

KC02 OES is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 5 July 2002.

Is KC02 OES safe to buy?

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