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KN02 EAP

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

92,552 mi
Last recorded92,552 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2022
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN02 EAP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2022 92,552 miles

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

Fail 30 Nov 2022 92,538 miles

Nearside 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 Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 14 Dec 2021 83,461 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2021 77,737 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2020 71,431 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2019 68,610 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2017 63,132 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 0mm outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 0mm outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Sep 2016 55,894 miles

corrosion on coil springs

offside rear tyre close to limits

Pass 15 Sep 2015 53,288 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 50,254 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 47,641 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 45,727 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 43,766 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 41,180 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2010 41,180 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 15 Sep 2009 36,509 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2009 36,509 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Hazard warning switch missing (1.4.B.1d)

SERVICE LIGHT ON

Pass 18 Sep 2008 35,218 miles

FRONTS DISCS WORN.

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)

REAR BRAKE PADS WEARING LOW.

REAR PLATE SLIGHTLY DETERIORATED.

Pass 30 May 2007 32,908 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 28,869 miles

all tyres slight perishing.

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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KN02 EAP is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 KN02 EAP, 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 KN02 EAP registered?

KN02 EAP is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 10 April 2002.

Is KN02 EAP safe to buy?

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