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AK02 YYB

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2020
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

129,101 mi
Last recorded129,101 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2019
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK02 YYB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2019 129,101 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Feb 2019 129,092 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Emissions not tested due to dipstick tube (8.2.1.2 (d))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leaking excessively from engine dipstick tube (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both rear ()

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2018 119,799 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre exhaust slightly leaking (7.1.2)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both o/s/f and n/s/f rear bushes (2.4.G.2)

o/s wiper slightly smears screen

Pass 3 Feb 2017 114,697 miles

Coolant Level/Temperature Dashboard Warning Light on

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm approx (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm approx (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2-3mm approx (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 13 Feb 2016 112,096 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Fail 20 Feb 2015 105,306 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

both front tyres scrubing on the inner edge

mid exhaust bracket rusted away

rear springs rusty

undertray loose

Pass 20 Feb 2015 105,306 miles

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

both front tyres scrubing on the inner edge

mid exhaust bracket rusted away

rear springs rusty

undertray loose

Pass 12 Jul 2013 101,521 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2013 101,491 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2012 94,886 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2012 94,886 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 30 Jul 2011 81,604 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Jul 2011 81,604 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 29 Jul 2010 67,533 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 62,152 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 57,536 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 5,153 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 45,368 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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AK02 YYB is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 AK02 YYB, 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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AK02 YYB is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 20 June 2002.

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