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KC51 GFJ

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

122,084 mi
Last recorded122,084 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2023
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKC51 GFJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2023 122,084 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2022 120,934 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 13 Jun 2022 120,743 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 21 Jun 2021 111,631 miles

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

Offside Front brake back plate has corrosion

chip to front screen

Pass 30 Dec 2019 106,285 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2019 76,793 miles

Central exhaust clamps slightly deteriorated

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2018 68,698 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 62,673 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 54,727 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2016 54,687 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working not working every time pedle is push (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Feb 2015 51,561 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Fail 16 Feb 2015 51,554 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)

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

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

n/s/r tyre perished in tread

Pass 13 Mar 2014 50,202 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 43,875 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 36,011 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 29,038 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 22,897 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2010 22,897 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 10 Feb 2009 17,240 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 11,295 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2007 9,552 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2006 7,649 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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KC51 GFJ is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 KC51 GFJ, 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 KC51 GFJ registered?

KC51 GFJ is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 February 2002.

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