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EY02 TVP

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

80,468 mi
Last recorded80,468 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2019
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY02 TVP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2019 80,468 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 26 Jan 2019 80,468 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Nov 2017 75,390 miles

Nearside Front tyre balding on inner edge suggesting tracking issue

Nearside Rear tyre perished (cracks in tread) + screw in tread

Offside Front tyre balding on inner edge suggesting tracking issue

Offside Rear tyre perished (cracks in tread)

Pass 2 Dec 2016 70,972 miles

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

Fail 2 Dec 2016 70,972 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Mar 2013 66,376 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 10 Mar 2012 61,188 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 55,272 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 48,931 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 43,989 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 38,420 miles

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 9 Mar 2007 32,206 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 25,629 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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EY02 TVP is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,984cc 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 EY02 TVP, 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

How do I check the history of EY02 TVP?

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What year was EY02 TVP registered?

EY02 TVP is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 8 March 2002.

Is EY02 TVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for EY02 TVP shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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