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KV02 GYY

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

52,565 mi
Last recorded52,565 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2025
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV02 GYY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2025 52,565 miles

Coil spring corroded fronts & rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both rear sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 27 Feb 2025 52,560 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Coil spring corroded fronts & rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both rear sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2024 51,612 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2023 50,751 miles

front disc inner faces rusted

n/s front suspension arm rear bush seperating

reverse lamp inoperative

Fail 2 Mar 2023 50,751 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

front disc inner faces rusted

n/s front suspension arm rear bush seperating

reverse lamp inoperative

Pass 2 Mar 2022 49,848 miles

front suspension arm rear bushes seperating

o/s/r tyre pressure was low

Pass 25 Feb 2021 48,749 miles

o/s/r tyre pressure was low

Pass 26 Feb 2020 47,662 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 46,657 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 45,851 miles

front brakes imbalanced - o/s effort lower

Pass 7 Mar 2017 45,011 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 43,619 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 41,473 miles

front brake disc inner faces rusted on edges

Fail 7 Mar 2015 41,473 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 7 Mar 2014 39,955 miles

rear pads getting low

registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 Mar 2013 39,113 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 36,605 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 34,985 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 30,797 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 26,706 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 25,745 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 24,822 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 23,829 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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KV02 GYY is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 KV02 GYY, 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 KV02 GYY registered?

KV02 GYY is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 15 March 2002.

Is KV02 GYY safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV02 GYY shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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