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YT02 XKY

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2020
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

113,124 mi
Last recorded113,124 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2019
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT02 XKY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2019 113,124 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 105,123 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2018 105,120 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Apr 2017 94,294 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit 205/55/16 (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

play in both front steering arm inner joints

Pass 25 Apr 2016 78,976 miles

rear brake pads on legal limit

Fail 16 Apr 2015 74,376 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2015 74,376 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 70,059 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 65,408 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 60,781 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2012 60,781 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Apr 2011 58,784 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Apr 2011 58,784 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 2 Apr 2010 56,234 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2010 56,234 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 14 Apr 2009 52,197 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2008 46,948 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Apr 2008 46,948 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 42,382 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 34,563 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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YT02 XKY is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YT02 XKY, 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 YT02 XKY registered?

YT02 XKY is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 17 April 2002.

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