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KR51 ANX

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2017
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

233,022 mi
Last recorded233,022 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2016
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR51 ANX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2016 233,022 miles

Engine warning light on

Heat shield loose

Nearside front tyre low on tread

Fail 25 Feb 2016 233,006 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

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

Engine warning light on

Heat shield loose

Nearside front tyre low on tread

Pass 25 Feb 2015 228,717 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

eng light on

orange light on dash

Fail 25 Feb 2015 228,717 miles

Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

eng light on

orange light on dash

Pass 26 Feb 2014 223,111 miles

boot lock requires attention

power steering pipe requires attention underneath gearbox

Pass 22 Feb 2013 214,174 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 200,743 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 186,291 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 171,733 miles

CHIP TO SCREEN

Pass 20 Feb 2009 154,964 miles

Both front brakes binding on slightly.

Pass 22 Feb 2008 140,216 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 123,345 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 106,113 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2005 84,280 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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KR51 ANX is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 KR51 ANX, 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 KR51 ANX registered?

KR51 ANX is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 11 February 2002.

Is KR51 ANX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR51 ANX shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KR51 ANX have outstanding finance?

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