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KR02 OTG

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Mar 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

94,750 mi
Last recorded94,750 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR02 OTG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 94,750 miles

Coil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 16 Mar 2026 94,750 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Coil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Jan 2025 90,205 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 10 Jan 2024 89,451 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2022 81,985 miles

Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Pass 18 Dec 2021 81,318 miles

Central Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Dec 2021 81,318 miles

Central Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Dec 2020 79,128 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2020 77,446 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Parking brake efficiency only just met. System may require repair or adjustment

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 20 Dec 2018 71,646 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2017 66,209 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2016 64,570 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2016 64,570 miles

Nearside Front Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Pass 11 Dec 2015 62,913 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2014 61,056 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 59,041 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2013 59,041 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Nov 2012 57,095 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2011 55,223 miles

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 17 Nov 2010 52,052 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 47,759 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 34,129 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2007 29,358 miles

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 15 Nov 2006 25,507 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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KR02 OTG is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 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 KR02 OTG, 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 KR02 OTG registered?

KR02 OTG is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 14 June 2002.

Is KR02 OTG safe to buy?

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