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AD02 KOW

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

118,243 mi
Last recorded118,243 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2019
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD02 KOW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2019 118,243 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts getting low (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe on hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2018 114,951 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill /cover (2.4.A.3)

wiper blades split

Pass 24 Apr 2017 112,966 miles

engine lamp on

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear outer sill small rust hole

Pass 27 Apr 2016 111,120 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 109,725 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 106,673 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 13 Apr 2013 101,311 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 95,343 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2012 95,269 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

centre exhaust mount insecure

Pass 25 Apr 2011 86,317 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 76,584 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 69,812 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 54,900 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 45,468 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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AD02 KOW is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 AD02 KOW, 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 AD02 KOW registered?

AD02 KOW is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 26 June 2002.

Is AD02 KOW safe to buy?

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