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EY02 WSF

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

110,135 mi
Last recorded110,135 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2020
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY02 WSF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2020 110,135 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 106,244 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2018 102,700 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2017 94,051 miles

Nearside Front tyre perished and cracked

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 13 Jan 2016 84,625 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 83,475 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 81,131 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 78,035 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2012 73,898 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both front wipers smearing

Fail 24 Mar 2012 73,898 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both front wipers smearing

Pass 28 Mar 2011 66,964 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

nearside front side wall cut ,cord not exposed

Pass 22 Mar 2010 57,716 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 48,249 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 35,993 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 29,420 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 23,185 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 WSF is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 WSF, 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 EY02 WSF registered?

EY02 WSF is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 26 March 2002.

Is EY02 WSF safe to buy?

The MOT history for EY02 WSF shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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