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FB02 NXY

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2019
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

107,558 mi
Last recorded107,558 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2018
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFB02 NXY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2018 107,558 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2016 99,950 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 98,379 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 97,457 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 96,683 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2013 89,632 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 85,044 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2011 79,261 miles

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

both rear tyres perished

Pass 6 Sep 2010 75,252 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 72,602 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jan 2009 69,153 miles

wiper blade ends split but still clearing screen

Pass 5 Jul 2008 66,073 miles

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

Fail 3 Jul 2008 66,008 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2007 53,912 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2006 43,783 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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FB02 NXY is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 FB02 NXY, 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 FB02 NXY registered?

FB02 NXY is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 17 July 2002.

Is FB02 NXY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FB02 NXY shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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