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AY02 WTJ

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2015
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

43,965 mi
Last recorded43,965 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2014
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY02 WTJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2014 43,965 miles

centre erxhaust mountdetached from pipe

fronnt discs/pads slightly worn inner faces

Pass 24 Jul 2013 25,218 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2013 25,218 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)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

engine check light on

Pass 17 Apr 2013 24,656 miles

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

Gear box damp with oil

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 10 Apr 2012 23,841 miles

screw in n/s/f tyre

Fail 10 Apr 2012 23,841 miles

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

screw in n/s/f tyre

Pass 5 Apr 2011 22,716 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2010 20,281 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 15 Apr 2010 20,281 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 18,827 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 17,115 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 15,301 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 13,690 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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AY02 WTJ is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 AY02 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.

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What year was AY02 WTJ registered?

AY02 WTJ is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 29 April 2002.

Is AY02 WTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY02 WTJ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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