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LA51 KCV

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

59,004 mi
Last recorded59,004 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2024
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA51 KCV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2024 59,004 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Feb 2018 57,494 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2018 57,399 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 21 Feb 2017 50,610 miles

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

both front tyre outer walls badly cut

Pass 22 Mar 2016 45,013 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 39,640 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 31,712 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 29,277 miles

EML light on

both rear tyres have cracks in walls

Pass 5 Nov 2012 17,639 miles

rear tyres perished

Pass 9 Nov 2011 14,687 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 14,679 miles

Front brake discs are corroded

Fail 10 Nov 2010 14,679 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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)

Front brake discs are corroded

Nearside rear tyre is perishing at outer edge of tread

Fail 8 Oct 2009 11,214 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Oct 2009 11,214 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2008 8,857 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Oct 2008 8,857 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 7,206 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 3,941 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2005 2,019 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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LA51 KCV is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 LA51 KCV, 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

How do I check the history of LA51 KCV?

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What year was LA51 KCV registered?

LA51 KCV is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 18 January 2002.

Is LA51 KCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA51 KCV shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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