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KM02 EPV

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2025
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

69,244 mi
Last recorded69,244 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2023
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM02 EPV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2023 69,244 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres cracking slightly (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jan 2023 68,477 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2021 67,946 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2020 67,352 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 18 Dec 2019 66,936 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2018 65,932 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2018 65,930 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2017 64,920 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2017 64,917 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

o/s rear tyre at legal limits worn on inside edge

Pass 8 Dec 2016 64,229 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2015 63,421 miles

1. Nearside front indicator turning white.

2. Slight damage to nearside rear bumper.

3. Slight damage to front windscreen.

Pass 13 Oct 2014 61,215 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2013 59,521 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Oct 2013 59,521 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2012 56,558 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

airbag light on

Pass 15 Sep 2012 56,558 miles

airbag light on

Pass 21 Jul 2011 50,243 miles

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

Fail 21 Jul 2011 50,243 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 May 2010 41,609 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 37,695 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 30,175 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 22,253 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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KM02 EPV is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 KM02 EPV, 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 KM02 EPV registered?

KM02 EPV is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 22 May 2002.

Is KM02 EPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM02 EPV shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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