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CX02 EMK

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 2324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

97,145 mi
Last recorded97,145 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2019
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX02 EMK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,324cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Fail 2 Aug 2019 97,145 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 25 Nov 2016 92,137 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

headlamp patterns

sills damaged

upper/lower covers fitted

Pass 23 Nov 2015 87,924 miles

engine covers fitted

left front tyre tread worn on edge

Fail 23 Nov 2015 87,924 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported mount failed (7.1.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

engine covers fitted

left front tyre tread worn on edge

Pass 21 Nov 2014 80,904 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2014 80,904 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2013 74,228 miles

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

Fail 20 Nov 2013 74,228 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 21 Nov 2012 67,823 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2012 67,823 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Nov 2011 62,331 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 55,163 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 42,263 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 37,037 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2007 32,567 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2006 27,427 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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CX02 EMK is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 2,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 CX02 EMK, 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 CX02 EMK registered?

CX02 EMK is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 29 March 2002.

Is CX02 EMK safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX02 EMK shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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