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BL02 PFF

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

115,172 mi
Last recorded115,172 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2016
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL02 PFF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2016 115,172 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 112,039 miles

see advisory test number 376519255041

Fail 28 Feb 2015 112,036 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

nearside trackrod end rubber slight split

Pass 8 Mar 2014 108,624 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2014 108,624 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 26 Apr 2013 103,377 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Apr 2013 103,377 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2012 97,836 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 91,273 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 83,170 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 77,708 miles

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

Fail 13 Jul 2009 77,708 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 7 Jul 2008 65,553 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 54,685 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 45,431 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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BL02 PFF is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 BL02 PFF, 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 BL02 PFF registered?

BL02 PFF is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 28 June 2002.

Is BL02 PFF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL02 PFF shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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