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KV02 HXW

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2022
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

158,809 mi
Last recorded158,809 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2021
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV02 HXW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2021 158,809 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2020 158,262 miles

Exhaust system insecure Central sleeve corroded and broken. Central mounting defective. Rear mounting defective. (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2019 143,181 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Nov 2019 142,782 miles

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced central sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road zone a (3.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill by jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill by jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2018 130,391 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2018 130,391 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Nov 2017 128,185 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 14 Jul 2016 122,110 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2016 122,110 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Mar 2015 116,211 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2014 111,030 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Mar 2014 111,030 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2013 107,601 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 102,037 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 24 Mar 2012 102,037 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Mar 2011 94,770 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 20 Mar 2010 87,280 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 80,210 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 74,009 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2008 74,003 miles

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 24 Mar 2007 67,706 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 60,323 miles

Front brake discs slightly corroded.

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 HXW is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 KV02 HXW, 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 KV02 HXW registered?

KV02 HXW is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 15 April 2002.

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The MOT history for KV02 HXW shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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