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KN52 ZSF

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 2324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2017
Tests18 (10 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

105,377 mi
Last recorded105,377 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2017
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN52 ZSF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,324cc

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MOT History

10 pass 8 fail
Fail 24 Nov 2017 105,377 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2254517 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Nov 2016 100,814 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2016 100,814 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported exhaust rubber split (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Nov 2015 95,625 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2254517 (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 23 Nov 2015 95,619 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust system not adequately supported rear section (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2254517 (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 25 Nov 2014 88,476 miles

nail in o/s/r tyre

Fail 22 Nov 2014 88,476 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

nail in o/s/r tyre

Pass 7 Jun 2013 81,822 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 7 Jun 2013 81,822 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Nov 2011 71,997 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 63,207 miles

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

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

high level boot spoiler stop light inoperative.slight cracking to both front lower suspension arms rear bushes.cat heat shield loose/rattling.

Pass 25 Jul 2009 53,770 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2009 53,770 miles

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

Fail 4 Jul 2008 43,301 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 4 Jul 2008 43,301 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 35,382 miles
Fail 30 May 2007 35,268 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Jun 2006 30,195 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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KN52 ZSF is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 2,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KN52 ZSF, 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 KN52 ZSF registered?

KN52 ZSF is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 9 October 2002.

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