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DA02 UTJ

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

129,032 mi
Last recorded129,032 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2018
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA02 UTJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2018 129,032 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2017 117,184 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2017 117,180 miles

Central Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 111,555 miles

Front under bumper cover loose

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

front and rear wheel arch liners fitted

under body covers fitted

Fail 30 Mar 2016 111,555 miles

Front under bumper cover loose

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' items removed (8.3.1e)

front and rear wheel arch liners fitted

under body covers fitted

Pass 18 Mar 2015 100,930 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 92,017 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2013 82,866 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 70,408 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2011 59,470 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2010 50,426 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2010 50,426 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jan 2009 38,637 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2008 33,162 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2007 27,280 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2006 20,164 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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DA02 UTJ is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 DA02 UTJ, 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 DA02 UTJ registered?

DA02 UTJ is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 July 2002.

Is DA02 UTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA02 UTJ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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