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CV02 VZD

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

152,864 mi
Last recorded152,864 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2021
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV02 VZD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2021 152,864 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Outer sill has light corrosion

Pass 12 Mar 2020 151,019 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Mar 2020 151,019 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2019 145,142 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2019 145,142 miles

Nearside Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 8 Mar 2018 134,968 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 124,486 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 119,782 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 114,138 miles

offside rear tyre in poor condition

Pass 25 Feb 2014 107,905 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2013 96,973 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 81,583 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 14 Feb 2011 64,668 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Feb 2011 64,668 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 51,468 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

fuel filter corroded

rear metal brake pipes corroding under coatings

Pass 1 Aug 2008 41,864 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2007 38,004 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 Aug 2006 32,223 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)

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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CV02 VZD is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 CV02 VZD, 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 CV02 VZD registered?

CV02 VZD is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 14 June 2002.

Is CV02 VZD safe to buy?

The MOT history for CV02 VZD shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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