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FH02 OJB

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2023
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

86,534 mi
Last recorded86,534 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2022
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH02 OJB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2022 86,534 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2022 86,534 miles

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Mar 2021 69,021 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2020 59,365 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2020 59,365 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Feb 2019 55,740 miles

Nearside Front seat belt latch outer casing missing

mil light on [ may 2002 ]

Pass 7 Feb 2018 52,983 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load casing missing (5.2.4a)

eml on

Fail 7 Feb 2018 52,983 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective jammed behind trim (5.2.5b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Feb 2017 50,100 miles

Nearside Front seatbelt buckle cover broken but buckle still operational

Pass 8 Feb 2016 46,161 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 42,708 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 38,023 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 31,555 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2011 27,979 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 26,891 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 25,952 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 24,096 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 23,180 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 20,389 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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FH02 OJB is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 FH02 OJB, 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 FH02 OJB registered?

FH02 OJB is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 17 May 2002.

Is FH02 OJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH02 OJB shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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