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RK02 VDA

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

86,451 mi
Last recorded86,451 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2014
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK02 VDA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2014 86,451 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2013 78,673 miles

2 bulbs in high level brake light not working

Both front indicator bulbs faded

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

rear road springs rusty/corroded

slight front brake runout noticed on roller test

Fail 23 Jan 2013 78,673 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

2 bulbs in high level brake light not working

Both front indicator bulbs faded

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

rear road springs rusty/corroded

slight front brake runout noticed on roller test

Pass 27 Feb 2012 78,194 miles

Reverse lamp inop

Pass 21 Feb 2011 76,881 miles

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

Front wipers starting to smear screen

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Jan 2010 72,533 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2009 64,443 miles

reverse light not working

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

front fog lamps insecure

front tyres wearing low on inner edges

rear tyres worn to 3mm

Pass 9 Feb 2009 64,443 miles

front fog lamps insecure

front tyres wearing low on inner edges

rear tyres worn to 3mm

reverse light not working

Fail 18 Feb 2008 57,016 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 18 Feb 2008 57,016 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Feb 2007 48,298 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2006 38,069 miles

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

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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RK02 VDA is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 RK02 VDA, 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

How do I check the history of RK02 VDA?

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What year was RK02 VDA registered?

RK02 VDA is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 28 March 2002.

Is RK02 VDA safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK02 VDA shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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