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EF02 ZYT

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Lpg 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2022
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

165,007 mi
Last recorded165,007 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2021
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF02 ZYT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typeLpg
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2021 165,007 miles

Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened both top mounts slight play (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened both top mounts slight play (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2020 157,419 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2020 157,419 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 24 May 2019 149,560 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 141,096 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2018 141,096 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jun 2017 138,577 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Fail 20 Jun 2017 138,577 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Pass 16 Jun 2016 130,835 miles

Both rear tyres wearing uneven inner edges

Both sills slightly damaged

Brake pipe slightly corroded All rear (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe slightly corroded Both fronts (3.6.B.2c)

Coolant leak ()

Engine management light illuminated indicating a fault

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak ()

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

Fail 16 Jun 2016 130,835 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Both rear tyres wearing uneven inner edges

Both sills slightly damaged

Brake pipe slightly corroded All rear (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe slightly corroded Both fronts (3.6.B.2c)

Coolant leak ()

Engine management light illuminated indicating a fault

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak ()

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

Pass 16 Jun 2015 126,539 miles

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

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

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

Fail 16 Jun 2015 126,539 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2014 124,608 miles

fog light switch has fault but can work

Fail 10 Jun 2014 124,608 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

fog light switch has fault but can work

Pass 18 Jun 2013 120,475 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2013 120,475 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 9 May 2012 116,858 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

eml illuminated

oil cap missing

rear tyres tread 3mm

Pass 13 Apr 2011 109,399 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 101,611 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 86,817 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 68,484 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 55,774 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 8 Jul 2006 43,092 miles

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

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 ZYT is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,984cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 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 EF02 ZYT, 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 ZYT registered?

EF02 ZYT is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 August 2002.

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