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BJ02 ZDD

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2021
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

112,956 mi
Last recorded112,956 miles
Recorded on28 May 2020
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ02 ZDD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 May 2020 112,956 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 27 May 2020 112,956 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 8 May 2019 110,475 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 7 May 2019 110,475 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 9 May 2018 108,288 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

exhaust bracket broken (centre) but still adequate support

Pass 30 Nov 2017 106,710 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2016 103,463 miles

engine light on

Pass 3 Dec 2015 100,947 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 97,290 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 92,769 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 88,184 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2012 88,181 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Nov 2011 80,092 miles

Oil leak

Pass 18 Nov 2010 72,674 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 18 Nov 2010 72,669 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 3 Nov 2009 66,201 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

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

Pass 3 Nov 2009 66,201 miles

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

Fail 5 Nov 2008 59,490 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 5 Nov 2008 59,490 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 54,954 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

check tyre pressures

handbrake travel and o/s struggled

reset tracking

Pass 16 Apr 2007 47,790 miles

Nearside rear shock absorber, slight signs of leakage.

Pass 19 Apr 2006 37,132 miles

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

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

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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BJ02 ZDD is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 BJ02 ZDD, 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 BJ02 ZDD registered?

BJ02 ZDD is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 30 April 2002.

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The MOT history for BJ02 ZDD shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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