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KL02 TMU

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

31,760 mi
Last recorded31,760 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKL02 TMU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 31,760 miles

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

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

stonechip to windscreen

Fail 17 Mar 2026 31,760 miles

Boot lid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel brake pedal sinking to floor (1.1.2 (a))

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

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

stonechip to windscreen

Pass 18 Mar 2025 31,240 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

slight travel to foot brake

Pass 19 Mar 2024 30,755 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2023 30,066 miles

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2022 29,216 miles

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2021 28,188 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2020 27,636 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2019 27,106 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2018 26,114 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 24,720 miles

Rear number plate deteriating

Fail 21 Mar 2017 24,720 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Rear number plate deteriating

Pass 22 Mar 2016 22,549 miles

rear number plate delaminating.

Fail 22 Mar 2016 22,549 miles

Fuel system component insecure fuel filter at rear (7.2.1)

rear number plate delaminating.

Pass 20 Mar 2015 20,760 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 19,062 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2013 17,123 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

rear number plate deteriating.

Pass 19 Mar 2013 17,123 miles

rear number plate deteriating.

Pass 23 Mar 2012 15,600 miles

slight oil leak from engine/gearbox on underside.

Pass 22 Mar 2011 13,943 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 12,392 miles

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)

Pass 20 Mar 2009 10,978 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 9,117 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 7,268 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 4,262 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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KL02 TMU is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 KL02 TMU, 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 KL02 TMU registered?

KL02 TMU is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 22 March 2002.

Is KL02 TMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KL02 TMU shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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