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LK02 MYJ

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

89,808 mi
Last recorded89,808 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2017
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK02 MYJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2017 89,808 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2017 89,807 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Jan 2017 88,224 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 85,423 miles

exhaust is very rusty

f/n/s tyre worn to 3mm and perished

f/o/s tyre worn to 4mm

rear springs rusty

Fail 28 Jan 2016 84,823 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

exhaust is very rusty

f/n/s abs sensor wire is damaged

f/n/s tyre worn to 3mm and perished

f/o/s tyre worn to 4mm

rear springs rusty

Fail 2 Feb 2015 82,572 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

exhaust rusty

front and rear discs are worn

front n/s tyre worn to 4mm

front o/s tyre worn to 3mm

traction control lamp is on

Pass 2 Feb 2015 82,572 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

exhaust rusty

front and rear discs are worn

front n/s tyre worn to 4mm

front o/s tyre worn to 3mm

traction control lamp is on

Fail 30 Jan 2014 80,530 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

exhaust rusty

front and rear discs badly worn

oil leak (possible breathers)

traction control light is on

Pass 30 Jan 2014 80,530 miles

exhaust rusty

front and rear discs badly worn

oil leak (possible breathers)

traction control light is on

Pass 15 Oct 2012 74,282 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 69,203 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 59,985 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2010 59,985 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Oct 2009 56,720 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 49,348 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 42,847 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 38,322 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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LK02 MYJ is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LK02 MYJ, 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 LK02 MYJ?

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What year was LK02 MYJ registered?

LK02 MYJ is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is LK02 MYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LK02 MYJ shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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