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EN02 PPO

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2021
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

94,100 mi
Last recorded94,100 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2020
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN02 PPO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2020 94,100 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearward bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Jul 2020 94,100 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearward bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 19 May 2020 94,092 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2019 89,016 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 22 Jul 2019 89,011 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Jul 2018 79,144 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Jul 2018 79,133 miles

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 68,021 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 65,225 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

dent in nearside sill

exhaust braet broken

front number plate cracked

play in both nearside and offside front wishbone bushes

Fail 11 Jul 2016 65,225 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush d bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

dent in nearside sill

exhaust braet broken

front number plate cracked

play in both nearside and offside front wishbone bushes

Pass 8 Jun 2015 59,875 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2015 59,875 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Fail 29 Jul 2014 56,437 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Jul 2014 56,437 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 51,492 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 47,051 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 41,100 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 35,718 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 30,515 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 25,672 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 21,012 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 15,915 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2005 10,434 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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EN02 PPO is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol 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 EN02 PPO, 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 EN02 PPO registered?

EN02 PPO is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 18 July 2002.

Is EN02 PPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN02 PPO shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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