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KX52 RFL

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

93,382 mi
Last recorded93,382 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2020
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX52 RFL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2020 93,382 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Dec 2020 93,382 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2019 90,971 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Nov 2018 89,603 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2017 85,952 miles

Oil leak power steering rack ()

Pass 12 Oct 2016 84,843 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 80,495 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2015 80,484 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Pass 2 Aug 2014 76,026 miles

Oil leak

Pass 3 Aug 2013 71,423 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

engine management light on

Pass 2 Aug 2012 65,924 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 62,353 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2010 57,471 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 52,301 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 27 Aug 2008 47,911 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 39,395 miles

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

rear number plate deteriating

Pass 31 Aug 2006 32,400 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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KX52 RFL is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 KX52 RFL, 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 KX52 RFL registered?

KX52 RFL is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 9 September 2002.

Is KX52 RFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for KX52 RFL shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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