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KT02 PGU

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

70,869 mi
Last recorded70,869 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2017
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKT02 PGU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2017 70,869 miles

Nearside Front headlight aim on upper limit

Offside Front headlamp on lower limit

Offside Front inner wheel arch cover slightly loose

both rear tyres perished badly on inner walls splitting close to cord

Pass 21 Jan 2016 60,106 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2016 60,106 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Jan 2015 44,070 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2014 44,067 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 carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Jun 2013 43,997 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 35,237 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2011 23,837 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 23 Apr 2011 23,837 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Feb 2010 19,857 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2009 16,008 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2009 16,008 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 18 Feb 2008 13,163 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Feb 2008 13,163 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 10,603 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 7,746 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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KT02 PGU is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 KT02 PGU, 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 KT02 PGU registered?

KT02 PGU is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 19 March 2002.

Is KT02 PGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KT02 PGU shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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