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EF02 XGO

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

108,671 mi
Last recorded108,671 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2019
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF02 XGO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2019 108,671 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

exhaust has minor leak from front section

Fail 27 Feb 2019 108,671 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

exhaust has minor leak from front section

Pass 25 Feb 2017 107,579 miles

Both rear tyres worn unevenly.

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Tyre aged/cracked on treads.

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Pass 2 Mar 2016 106,520 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 106,500 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 99,654 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 92,166 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2011 92,166 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Jul 2010 83,257 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 76,042 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 68,899 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 59,903 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 47,307 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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EF02 XGO is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,595cc 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 EF02 XGO, 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 EF02 XGO registered?

EF02 XGO is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 29 June 2002.

Is EF02 XGO safe to buy?

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