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FD02 ZSZ

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

113,843 mi
Last recorded113,843 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2019
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD02 ZSZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2019 113,843 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 102,018 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 86,826 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 83,222 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2015 83,221 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working very dim (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid n/s and o/s (8.2.3)

Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened both pitted (3.5.1n)

Pass 22 Feb 2014 81,364 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2013 80,512 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 77,692 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 72,624 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2010 68,232 miles

Front wipers worn slightly

Pass 26 Aug 2008 61,793 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2008 61,793 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

nesrside rear caliper holding slightly

offside rear caliper holding slightly

Pass 29 Aug 2007 56,426 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 37,833 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 14 May 2005 30,281 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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FD02 ZSZ is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 FD02 ZSZ, 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 FD02 ZSZ registered?

FD02 ZSZ is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 6 June 2002.

Is FD02 ZSZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD02 ZSZ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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