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LN51 RTX

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

103,238 mi
Last recorded103,238 miles
Recorded on11 May 2017
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN51 RTX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 May 2017 103,238 miles

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

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

Fail 11 May 2017 103,231 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front suspension has a suspension lower ball joint securing nut loose (2.5.B.1a)

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

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

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

Pass 31 May 2016 94,428 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 6 Mar 2015 86,292 miles

parking brake low in effort

Fail 6 Mar 2015 86,292 miles

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

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

parking brake low in effort

Pass 3 Jan 2014 83,645 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)

rear tyres perrised in tread

Pass 3 Jul 2012 79,316 miles

offside front head lamp has slight condensation

Pass 19 Mar 2011 74,492 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 27 Feb 2010 71,511 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 68,208 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2008 64,146 miles

Both front sill jacking points dented

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside front tyre sidewall damaged

Pass 1 Mar 2008 64,146 miles

Both front sill jacking points dented

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)

Offside front tyre sidewall damaged

Fail 15 Feb 2007 59,438 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 15 Feb 2007 59,438 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 52,550 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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LN51 RTX is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 LN51 RTX, 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 LN51 RTX registered?

LN51 RTX is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 24 January 2002.

Is LN51 RTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN51 RTX shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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