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LA51 KYX

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

93,833 mi
Last recorded93,833 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2019
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA51 KYX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2019 93,833 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Apr 2018 84,911 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2017 80,457 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 79,648 miles

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

Under trays & covers fitted

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

Pass 13 Mar 2015 74,937 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2014 66,497 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 61,742 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 58,577 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2012 58,577 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

engine management light on

Pass 3 Feb 2011 35,066 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2010 25,864 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2009 24,254 miles

engine management light on

Pass 4 Feb 2008 22,635 miles

engine management light on

Pass 25 Jan 2007 20,728 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2007 20,728 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

engine management light on

Pass 30 Jan 2006 17,722 miles

advise †both front tyres low on outer edges †advise front brake pads low

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 KYX is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 KYX, 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 KYX?

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What year was LA51 KYX registered?

LA51 KYX is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 13 February 2002.

Is LA51 KYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA51 KYX shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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