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PK02 LCM

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2018
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

131,317 mi
Last recorded131,317 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2017
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK02 LCM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2017 131,317 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 27 Aug 2016 128,723 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 125,951 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 122,966 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2014 122,966 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

advise o/s/r tyre tread cracking

Pass 30 Aug 2013 115,439 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2013 115,410 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2012 113,306 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 110,150 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 107,032 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2010 107,029 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2010 106,519 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 92,178 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 79,010 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2007 67,841 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2007 67,841 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

boot full not allowing full inspection

handbrake high but serviceable

Pass 28 Jun 2006 51,899 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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PK02 LCM is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 PK02 LCM, 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 PK02 LCM registered?

PK02 LCM is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 28 March 2002.

Is PK02 LCM safe to buy?

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