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EA02 HLD

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

106,128 mi
Last recorded106,128 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2019
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA02 HLD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2019 106,128 miles

Hazard warning switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Extreamly corroded more than 30 cm away from chassis and any other structural component

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

Pass 25 Sep 2017 104,013 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 16 Nov 2015 102,872 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2014 96,964 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 89,664 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 85,702 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2011 85,703 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Dec 2010 74,615 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2010 74,615 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

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

Pass 19 Nov 2009 67,571 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2008 57,803 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 18,508 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 44,197 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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EA02 HLD is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 EA02 HLD, 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 EA02 HLD registered?

EA02 HLD is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 3 May 2002.

Is EA02 HLD safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA02 HLD shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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