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KH51 EKP

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

132,613 mi
Last recorded132,613 miles
Recorded on26 May 2022
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKH51 EKP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 May 2022 132,613 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2019 115,716 miles

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2017 107,442 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2017 107,442 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2016 101,620 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 97,103 miles

Front undertray insecure

Pass 5 Aug 2014 94,360 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 13 Aug 2013 89,834 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 12 Aug 2013 89,817 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 15 Aug 2012 85,803 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Aug 2012 85,803 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 82,488 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 78,516 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 70,271 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 61,517 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 51,288 miles

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 22 Aug 2007 51,288 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 22 Sep 2006 40,451 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2005 26,190 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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KH51 EKP is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 KH51 EKP, 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 KH51 EKP registered?

KH51 EKP is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 11 February 2002.

Is KH51 EKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for KH51 EKP shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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