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KM02 KJE

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

White Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2023
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

85,572 mi
Last recorded85,572 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2022
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM02 KJE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2022 85,572 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 80,272 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2020 78,564 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2020 78,560 miles

Rear Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim Tyres stretched (5.2.3 (k))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 7 Jun 2019 75,433 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 19 Jun 2018 74,276 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 72,636 miles

engine covers fitted

Pass 20 Jun 2016 61,472 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

engine covers fitted under trays fitted

Fail 20 Jun 2016 61,472 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

engine covers fitted under trays fitted

Pass 11 May 2015 57,524 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 53,564 miles

1/ SLIGHT PLAY IN O/S/F STEERING RACK

Pass 13 May 2013 47,698 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 41,318 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 34,850 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 29,420 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 23,197 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 18,862 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 15,079 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 11,319 miles

1/ NAIL IN N/S/R TYRE TREAD

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 KJE is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in White with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 KJE, 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 KJE registered?

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

Is KM02 KJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM02 KJE shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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