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KC51 GFX

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2020
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

66,190 mi
Last recorded66,190 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2019
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKC51 GFX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2019 66,190 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 55,832 miles

Both rear sills corroded

Centre exhaust clamp broken

Coil spring corroded Both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2017 44,361 miles

both front tyres just above limit

Pass 26 Jan 2016 41,583 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 39,080 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 35,533 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2014 35,533 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Fail 25 Jan 2013 30,845 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 25 Jan 2013 30,845 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 26,585 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2011 21,788 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Feb 2011 21,788 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2010 16,405 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Feb 2010 16,405 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2009 11,213 miles

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

Fail 30 Jan 2009 11,213 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 13 Feb 2008 5,223 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2007 48,627 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 6 Feb 2007 48,627 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2006 40,916 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2006 40,916 miles

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

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 GFX is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 KC51 GFX, 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 GFX registered?

KC51 GFX is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 2 February 2002.

Is KC51 GFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KC51 GFX shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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