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CE02 WZV

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2021
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

104,217 mi
Last recorded104,217 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2020
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE02 WZV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2020 104,217 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Fail 14 Nov 2020 104,217 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) likely to become detached (4.3.1 (c) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 17 May 2019 92,627 miles
Fail 17 May 2019 92,627 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2018 81,023 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 23 May 2017 72,313 miles

n/s front tyre worn slightly on outer edge

o/s windscreen marked by wiper blade

Pass 1 Mar 2017 72,300 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 65,852 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 17 Mar 2015 60,946 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 56,035 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 22 Mar 2014 56,035 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 6 Apr 2013 54,513 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 6 Apr 2013 54,513 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2013 54,504 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

o/s door mirror glass cracked

rear no plate deteriating

slight marking on windscreen

front no plate deteriating

high level stop lamp inop

n/s mirror glass cracked

Pass 31 Mar 2012 51,659 miles

airbag light on

Pass 5 Apr 2011 49,013 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 46,332 miles

o/s exterior mirror glass damaged

Pass 1 Apr 2009 43,374 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2009 43,364 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

o/s exterior mirror glass cracked.

Pass 3 Apr 2008 40,514 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 37,416 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2007 37,416 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

o/s exterior mirror glass cracked

Pass 28 Mar 2006 33,781 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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CE02 WZV is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CE02 WZV, 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 CE02 WZV registered?

CE02 WZV is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 12 April 2002.

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The MOT history for CE02 WZV shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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