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KD52 GUX

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2019
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

136,190 mi
Last recorded136,190 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2018
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKD52 GUX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2018 136,190 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases downpipe/manifold (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 31 Oct 2017 129,209 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 27 Oct 2017 129,158 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge worn to cords!! goodyears all round 205/55 r16 91v (4.1.D.1b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit badly worn inner edge suggest retracking! (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Oct 2016 117,094 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 106,545 miles

eml light on

Pass 29 Oct 2014 96,622 miles

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

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

eml on

Pass 12 Nov 2013 89,878 miles

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

Fail 8 Nov 2013 89,801 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)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

engine mangerment light on

Fail 29 Oct 2012 82,289 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

rear number plate detiorated

Pass 29 Oct 2012 82,289 miles

rear number plate detiorated

Pass 18 Nov 2011 76,224 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2011 76,224 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2010 68,045 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2010 67,958 miles

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

nearside rear tyre badly perished on sidewalls

Pass 31 Oct 2009 57,727 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

warning lights on dash on !!

Pass 13 Nov 2008 50,810 miles

engine mangerment light on

Pass 9 Nov 2007 43,952 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 37,758 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

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

hand brake effot low (18%) but both wheels locked

Pass 17 Nov 2005 27,888 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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KD52 GUX is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 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 KD52 GUX, 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 KD52 GUX registered?

KD52 GUX is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 15 November 2002.

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