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AF02 RPO

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

121,298 mi
Last recorded121,298 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2016
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF02 RPO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2016 121,298 miles

Offside Front Side repeater has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 4 Jul 2015 112,670 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 110,385 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2014 110,385 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Jan 2013 106,398 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2013 106,398 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 12 Jan 2012 102,474 miles

chips on windscreen

front brake discs rusted

o/s/f inner cv boot perished split

oil leak

under body rusted

Pass 13 Jan 2011 91,976 miles

nearside front tyre getting low on outside edge

unable to check for leaks underbody wet

Fail 8 Feb 2010 83,165 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

rear brake discs worn

small chips on windscreen

Pass 8 Feb 2010 83,165 miles

rear brake discs worn

small chips on windscreen

Fail 10 Feb 2009 74,475 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

o/s/f drive shaft oil leak

Pass 10 Feb 2009 74,475 miles

o/s/f drive shaft oil leak

Pass 11 Feb 2008 66,828 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2007 60,058 miles

Windscreen chipped in zones A and B.

Pass 2 Feb 2006 48,609 miles

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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AF02 RPO is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 AF02 RPO, 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 AF02 RPO registered?

AF02 RPO is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 18 April 2002.

Is AF02 RPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF02 RPO shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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