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BU02 CXZ

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

87,998 mi
Last recorded87,998 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2020
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU02 CXZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2020 87,998 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2020 87,987 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Rear Service brake excessively binding both (1.2.1 (f))

Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Apr 2019 76,331 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2019 76,328 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 27 Sep 2017 74,410 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Pass 27 Sep 2016 72,509 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014 67,711 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2013 64,454 miles

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

o/s door mirror cracked

Pass 12 Dec 2012 62,689 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 60,994 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2010 56,689 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2010 51,676 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

slight play n/s/r wheel bearing

Pass 6 Jan 2009 46,492 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 44,394 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2007 34,527 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 27,131 miles

Lower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

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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BU02 CXZ is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 BU02 CXZ, 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 BU02 CXZ registered?

BU02 CXZ is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 12 April 2002.

Is BU02 CXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU02 CXZ shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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