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YS51 KTD

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

77,899 mi
Last recorded77,899 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2017
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS51 KTD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2017 77,899 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2016 72,830 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 65,095 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2015 65,095 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Pass 11 Mar 2014 58,760 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 53,157 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 48,195 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

Fail 13 Mar 2012 48,195 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside rear tyre is within legal limits but wearing on inside edge

Oil leak

Pass 18 Mar 2011 43,108 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

nearside rear tyre worn bald on inner edge

Pass 15 Mar 2010 38,639 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 9 Mar 2009 33,918 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

nearside wiper scratching screen

rear reg plate dirty

slight play in nearside track arm

Pass 19 Mar 2008 30,243 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 26,434 miles

both rear tyres perishing

Pass 22 Mar 2006 21,469 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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YS51 KTD is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 YS51 KTD, 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 YS51 KTD registered?

YS51 KTD is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 19 February 2002.

Is YS51 KTD safe to buy?

The MOT history for YS51 KTD shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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