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AF02 WTJ

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2023
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

103,136 mi
Last recorded103,136 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2022
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF02 WTJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2022 103,136 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases BOX (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Jul 2021 100,104 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2020 97,955 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2019 95,440 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 11 Apr 2018 93,648 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 90,256 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2017 90,256 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 16 Apr 2016 86,303 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement bothside( rear bush) (2.4.G.2)

Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment bothside (2.5.A.1c)

Front bothside tyres worn on inner and outer edge

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 20 Apr 2015 82,146 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 78,256 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2014 78,256 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 18 Apr 2013 74,317 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Apr 2013 74,317 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 69,064 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2012 68,893 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Apr 2011 64,045 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2011 64,045 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 31 Mar 2010 60,602 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 25 Mar 2009 55,852 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 50,033 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 42,288 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 31,432 miles

n/s/f tyre very close to legal limits

Pass 20 Jun 2005 25,800 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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AF02 WTJ is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 WTJ, 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 WTJ registered?

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

Is AF02 WTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF02 WTJ shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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