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KY52 YMH

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

140,845 mi
Last recorded140,845 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2016
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY52 YMH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2016 140,845 miles

high level brake light not working

Fail 31 Oct 2016 140,845 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

high level brake light not working

Pass 2 Nov 2015 134,908 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2014 130,349 miles

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

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 28 Aug 2014 130,349 miles

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 23 Aug 2013 126,081 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2012 121,749 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2011 115,440 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2010 104,122 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Aug 2010 104,122 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Aug 2009 92,163 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2008 79,130 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Aug 2008 79,130 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 72,925 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 61,347 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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KY52 YMH is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 KY52 YMH, 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 KY52 YMH registered?

KY52 YMH is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 20 September 2002.

Is KY52 YMH safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY52 YMH shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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