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CW02 VJK

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

77,106 mi
Last recorded77,106 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2017
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCW02 VJK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2017 77,106 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2016 69,772 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2016 69,769 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 68,790 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

offside front brake dust cover corroded

Fail 24 Apr 2015 68,790 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

offside front brake dust cover corroded

residue around fuel filter,no smell of fuel but should be checked

Pass 7 Mar 2014 67,528 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2013 63,950 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2012 59,287 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 21 Mar 2012 59,287 miles

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 3 Mar 2011 54,509 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 50,265 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 45,813 miles

both back tyres cracked out of shape slightly

Pass 11 Mar 2008 38,963 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting rattling

Fail 7 Mar 2007 31,867 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 7 Mar 2007 31,867 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 23,296 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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CW02 VJK is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 CW02 VJK, 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 CW02 VJK registered?

CW02 VJK is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 13 April 2002.

Is CW02 VJK safe to buy?

The MOT history for CW02 VJK shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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