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FB02 OGH

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

76,129 mi
Last recorded76,129 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2015
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFB02 OGH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2015 76,129 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

all brake discs look lipped

both front wish bones rear bushes showing signs of deterioration

front pads look low

Fail 27 Apr 2015 76,129 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

all brake discs look lipped

both front wish bones rear bushes showing signs of deterioration

front pads look low

Pass 22 Apr 2014 73,933 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 17 Apr 2013 71,145 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2012 66,287 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 61,273 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 53,316 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 46,669 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 40,398 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 31,390 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2006 22,804 miles

Both front and O/S/R tyres starting to crack between tread and two nails in N/S/R tyre

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 OGH is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 OGH, 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 FB02 OGH registered?

FB02 OGH is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 12 March 2002.

Is FB02 OGH safe to buy?

The MOT history for FB02 OGH shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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