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LK52 TSU

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2018
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

105,163 mi
Last recorded105,163 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2017
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK52 TSU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 12 Apr 2017 105,163 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 98,358 miles

Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt Near side front (2.2.C.1c)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All discs front and rear (3.5.1i)

coil spring corroded Both rear coils (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 2 Jun 2015 88,849 miles

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

n/s/f door hinge loose on door

Pass 2 Jun 2014 86,295 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2013 80,128 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 8 Jun 2012 74,863 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 69,978 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 63,641 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 56,301 miles

centre exhaust mounting bracket has small crack on the one side.

Pass 3 Sep 2008 46,737 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 32,525 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2006 22,176 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2005 17,545 miles

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

both nearside tyres getting low on tread

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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LK52 TSU is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LK52 TSU, 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 LK52 TSU registered?

LK52 TSU is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is LK52 TSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LK52 TSU shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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