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EN02 PTZ

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

121,019 mi
Last recorded121,019 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2025
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN02 PTZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Fail 21 Jul 2025 121,019 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))

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

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

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))

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

Headlight lens discoloured

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 30 May 2025 121,012 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Emissions unable to be completed engine misfire (8.2.1.2 (d))

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

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front outer sill inadequately repaired

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2019 117,322 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 110,798 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 31 May 2017 99,682 miles
Fail 31 May 2017 99,682 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Jun 2016 89,111 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 80,184 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2014 77,034 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

offside front tyre worn badly on inside edge

Pass 27 Sep 2013 72,774 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

eml light on dash

Pass 18 Sep 2012 67,614 miles

centre exhaust mount loose

wiper blades starting to deteriate

Pass 28 Sep 2011 60,429 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 53,487 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 44,686 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 37,650 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 Jul 2007 30,835 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 23,332 miles

Offside 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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EN02 PTZ is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 EN02 PTZ, 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 EN02 PTZ registered?

EN02 PTZ is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 24 July 2002.

Is EN02 PTZ safe to buy?

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