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LX02 KSY

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

121,168 mi
Last recorded121,168 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2020
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX02 KSY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2020 121,168 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2019 114,786 miles

engine damp

Pass 20 Aug 2018 109,832 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 106,693 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2017 106,693 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement back bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 2 Aug 2016 99,719 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2015 96,849 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 92,139 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 85,685 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 78,964 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 72,578 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 66,069 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2009 57,653 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Sep 2009 57,653 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 50,536 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 42,570 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2007 41,809 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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LX02 KSY is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 LX02 KSY, 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.

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What year was LX02 KSY registered?

LX02 KSY is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is LX02 KSY safe to buy?

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