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KL52 VHN

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

125,155 mi
Last recorded125,155 miles
Recorded on27 Dec 2019
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKL52 VHN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Dec 2019 125,155 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

o/s and n/s strut top mounts play

Fail 23 Dec 2019 125,149 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

o/s and n/s strut top mounts play

Pass 4 Jan 2019 119,082 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Fail 2 Jan 2019 119,080 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 18 Sep 2017 113,429 miles

Nearside Rear tyre splitting on the shoulder

Pass 26 Sep 2016 110,424 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 18 Sep 2015 107,097 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 103,934 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 100,258 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 97,006 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 92,808 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010 87,759 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 82,695 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 75,927 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 19 Sep 2008 75,868 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 9 Oct 2007 66,779 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 51,340 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2005 36,967 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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KL52 VHN is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 KL52 VHN, 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 KL52 VHN registered?

KL52 VHN is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 17 October 2002.

Is KL52 VHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for KL52 VHN shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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