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LV52 FKC

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Dec 2020
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

91,172 mi
Last recorded91,172 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2019
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV52 FKC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2019 91,172 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 26 Jun 2019 91,172 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 21 Jun 2018 84,490 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2018 84,490 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2017 82,336 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2017 82,335 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 12 May 2016 79,822 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2015 78,243 miles

rear exhaust corroded

Fail 24 Jun 2015 78,243 miles

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

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

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 11 Nov 2014 64,524 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 47,389 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2012 36,067 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 28 Nov 2011 29,434 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 21,123 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 18,563 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 16,057 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 14,507 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 12,654 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2005 11,259 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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LV52 FKC is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 LV52 FKC, 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 LV52 FKC registered?

LV52 FKC is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 October 2002.

Is LV52 FKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV52 FKC shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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