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EF02 XHE

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

81,865 mi
Last recorded81,865 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2015
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF02 XHE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2015 81,865 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 28 Aug 2015 81,865 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 30 Aug 2014 71,064 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2014 71,064 miles

Nearside All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 31 Aug 2013 60,649 miles

mil illuminated

Pass 29 Aug 2012 57,409 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 53,612 miles

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

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

Pass 4 May 2011 51,670 miles

air bag light on

all tyres perished lightly

centre exhaust bracket broken

light gearbox oil leak

o/s/f tyre wearing inner edge

rear pads low

Pass 24 Jun 2010 48,012 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 43,536 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2007 34,088 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 28,039 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 XHE is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 EF02 XHE, 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 EF02 XHE registered?

EF02 XHE is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 12 July 2002.

Is EF02 XHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF02 XHE shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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