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LK52 ZXC

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

115,595 mi
Last recorded115,595 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2017
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK52 ZXC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2017 115,595 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 104,009 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2015 95,038 miles

rear offside tyre has slight tread wear

Fail 2 Oct 2015 95,038 miles

Electronic stability system switch faulty (3.4.5)

Front position lamp(s) not working both (1.1.A.3b)

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

registration plate deteriorated front and rear (6.3.1d)

engine managent light on

front n/s and rear o/s tyre tread low

item removed from driver view prior to test

spare tyre punctured

Pass 5 Sep 2014 82,850 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 80,247 miles

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

o/s/r tyre out of shape

Fail 21 Sep 2012 75,406 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 21 Sep 2012 75,406 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 69,744 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 1 Sep 2011 69,744 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 17 Sep 2010 63,831 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Sep 2010 63,831 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 55,738 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2008 47,138 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2007 37,025 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2006 26,135 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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LK52 ZXC 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 75%.

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 ZXC, 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 ZXC registered?

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

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