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SF02 KXV

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2015
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

64,892 mi
Last recorded64,892 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2014
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF02 KXV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2014 64,892 miles

both rear tyres cracking

Fail 17 Jun 2014 64,892 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

both rear tyres cracking

Pass 30 May 2013 57,591 miles

both rear tyre treads wearing low

exhaust centre clamp/sleeve poor condition

offside rear wheel bearing slightly noisy

Pass 3 May 2012 47,847 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2012 47,746 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Apr 2011 39,838 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 23 Apr 2010 36,186 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

o\s and n\s front and rear brake discs corroded

Pass 24 Jul 2009 33,311 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2009 33,311 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 17 Jul 2008 28,877 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2007 20,943 miles

x2 child seats fitted at time of test

Pass 29 Jul 2006 18,384 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2006 15,827 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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SF02 KXV is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 SF02 KXV, 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 SF02 KXV registered?

SF02 KXV is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is SF02 KXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF02 KXV shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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