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B3 XBB

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

81,323 mi
Last recorded81,323 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2012
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB3 XBB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2012 81,323 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 77,982 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2011 77,982 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2010 71,609 miles
Fail 17 May 2010 71,376 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 12 Mar 2009 64,484 miles

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

brake warning light on

Pass 29 Mar 2008 58,283 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2007 50,279 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2006 39,230 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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B3 XBB is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 B3 XBB, 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 B3 XBB registered?

B3 XBB is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 22 March 2002.

Is B3 XBB safe to buy?

The MOT history for B3 XBB shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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