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CA02 WMV

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

155,010 mi
Last recorded155,010 miles
Recorded on1 May 2015
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA02 WMV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 May 2015 155,010 miles

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

slight damage on o/s front wing advise

Fail 27 Apr 2015 155,010 miles

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

slight damage on o/s front wing advise

Pass 19 Dec 2013 151,171 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 21 Nov 2012 150,058 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 142,762 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2011 142,762 miles

Nearside Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 23 Jul 2010 115,976 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2010 115,969 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

centre rear ligth not working

Pass 24 Jul 2009 96,533 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 77,033 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2007 60,466 miles

front tyre edges worn below limit

nearside front indicator lens damaged

nearside front tyre wall damaged-recommend inspect

Pass 22 Jul 2006 44,097 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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CA02 WMV is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 CA02 WMV, 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 CA02 WMV registered?

CA02 WMV is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 22 July 2002.

Is CA02 WMV safe to buy?

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