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FC02 EKA

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

106,094 mi
Last recorded106,094 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2019
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFC02 EKA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2019 106,094 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 101,243 miles

Front coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 9 Apr 2018

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 13 Sep 2017 100,376 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 95,157 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2016 95,157 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

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

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

Pass 27 Aug 2015 89,367 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2014 78,569 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 69,644 miles
Fail 31 May 2013 69,644 miles

Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 2 Jun 2012 62,451 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 58,535 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 54,412 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 50,253 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2009 50,253 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 13 Oct 2008 44,819 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 35,931 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 26,991 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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FC02 EKA is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FC02 EKA, 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 FC02 EKA registered?

FC02 EKA is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 7 June 2002.

Is FC02 EKA safe to buy?

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