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KY52 ZHT

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

White Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

142,857 mi
Last recorded142,857 miles
Recorded on18 May 2018
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY52 ZHT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 May 2018 142,857 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 11 Mar 2017 138,067 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play inner tie rod end (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 23 Mar 2016 130,361 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 10,846 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 82,499 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 68,945 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 67,390 miles

EML light on

o/s/rear tyre perished

traction control light on

Fail 31 May 2011 67,390 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

EML light on

o/s/rear tyre perished

traction control light on

Pass 29 May 2010 64,415 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 56,260 miles
Fail 26 May 2009 56,260 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 8 May 2008 45,658 miles
Fail 6 May 2008 45,657 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

airbag light on dash

passenger seat not fitted .. unable to test seat belt

Pass 3 Oct 2007 40,969 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 34,194 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 ZHT is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in White with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 ZHT, 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 ZHT registered?

KY52 ZHT is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 18 September 2002.

Is KY52 ZHT safe to buy?

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