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KS02 RYO

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

133,641 mi
Last recorded133,641 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2017
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS02 RYO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2017 133,641 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2017 133,617 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Jul 2016 123,172 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 20 Jul 2015 106,974 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2015 106,970 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Jul 2014 100,964 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Jul 2013 96,202 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 91,686 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 87,375 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 81,754 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 76,307 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 67,783 miles

lower front bomper insecure

o/s rear tyre has a cut in the tread

Fail 7 Jul 2008 67,783 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

lower front bomper insecure

o/s rear tyre has a cut in the tread

Pass 16 Jul 2007 57,383 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 46,323 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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KS02 RYO is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KS02 RYO, 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 KS02 RYO registered?

KS02 RYO is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 17 July 2002.

Is KS02 RYO safe to buy?

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