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BL02 TRX

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2025
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

74,098 mi
Last recorded74,098 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2024
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL02 TRX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2024 74,098 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Sep 2023 68,264 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2023 68,264 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Aug 2022 61,734 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 59,303 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Aug 2020 58,010 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 55,370 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 50,671 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre also stepped (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2017 49,367 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 47,385 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 45,238 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 7 Jun 2014 42,913 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 40,884 miles

OSR tyre cracked sidewall

Pass 16 Jun 2012 38,520 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 36,640 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 33,244 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 29,804 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 24,542 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 20,774 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2006 16,787 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Jun 2006 16,787 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 TRX is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 TRX, 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 TRX registered?

BL02 TRX is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 16 July 2002.

Is BL02 TRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL02 TRX shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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