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KR02 UWA

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

92,900 mi
Last recorded92,900 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2026
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR02 UWA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2026 92,900 miles

beam patterns weak

sills rusty

Pass 5 Aug 2025 88,953 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

underside rusty

Fail 5 Aug 2025 88,953 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

n/s/r caliper arm siezed

underside rusty

Pass 15 Aug 2024 84,532 miles

headlamp beam patterns weak

rear no plate deteriorated

sills rusty

Pass 16 Aug 2023 81,206 miles

beam patterns weak

crack in windscreen

n/s/r tyre wornlow

o/s/f c/v boot weeping

o/s/f tyre worn to limit

rear no plate deteriorated

sills rusty

Fail 16 Aug 2023 81,206 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

beam patterns weak

crack in windscreen

n/s/r tyre wornlow

o/s/f c/v boot weeping

o/s/f tyre worn to limit

rear no plate deteriorated

sills rusty

Pass 18 Aug 2022 69,653 miles

n/s sill damage

underside rusty

Pass 19 Aug 2021 66,756 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Aug 2021 66,729 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2020 65,164 miles

N/S/F TYRE CRACKED PERISHED

n/s sill damaged

Pass 29 Apr 2019 53,485 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2019 53,485 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Sep 2017 49,603 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 45,992 miles

windscreen cracked outside swept area

Pass 24 Jul 2015 39,054 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 36,320 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 35,029 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 33,172 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 31,646 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 29,183 miles

slight oil leak from gearbox

wiper blades worn

Pass 7 Jul 2009 26,804 miles

slight oil leak from gearbox area

Fail 7 Jul 2009 26,804 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

slight oil leak from gearbox area

Pass 3 Jul 2008 24,142 miles

rear brake pads appear low

Fail 3 Jul 2008 24,142 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

rear brake pads appear low

Pass 27 Jun 2007 21,333 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2006 17,452 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 UWA is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 UWA, 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 KR02 UWA registered?

KR02 UWA is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 28 June 2002.

Is KR02 UWA safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR02 UWA shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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