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LR52 NLK

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

77,266 mi
Last recorded77,266 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2019
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR52 NLK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2019 77,266 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside front wiper blade splitting

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 6 Feb 2018 73,404 miles

Both front tyres worn on inner edges of tread

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

oil leak

Pass 31 Jan 2017 68,268 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge of tread

Pass 15 Feb 2016 61,146 miles

Front brake discs slightly corroded

Pass 20 Feb 2015 55,574 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 52,526 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2014 52,526 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 5 Feb 2013 50,702 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2012 48,840 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 47,745 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Front brake discs pitted & worn

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 28 Jan 2010 44,223 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2010 44,223 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)

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

Pass 20 Feb 2009 40,256 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2009 40,256 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 20 Feb 2008 38,080 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 24 Jan 2007 33,288 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2006 26,394 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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LR52 NLK is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 LR52 NLK, 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 LR52 NLK registered?

LR52 NLK is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is LR52 NLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR52 NLK shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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