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FE02 OPY

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2019
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

98,475 mi
Last recorded98,475 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2018
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE02 OPY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2018 98,475 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front ( alignment required ) (5.2.3 (e))

nail in o.s.r tyre

Pass 30 Jan 2018 91,495 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 30 Jan 2018 91,495 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Feb 2017 88,240 miles

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 19 Aug 2015 86,707 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 78,159 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 76,304 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 75,576 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 73,740 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2011 73,730 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 11 Aug 2010 69,853 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 66,369 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 64,314 miles

Both rear tyres worn close to legal limit.

Slight wear N/S steering rack end.

Fail 3 Feb 2009 64,295 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Both rear tyres worn close to legal limit.

Slight wear N/S steering rack end.

Pass 26 Jan 2008 59,642 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2007 48,461 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2006 38,277 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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FE02 OPY is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 FE02 OPY, 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

How do I check the history of FE02 OPY?

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What year was FE02 OPY registered?

FE02 OPY is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 8 March 2002.

Is FE02 OPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE02 OPY shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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