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FP02 EZO

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2021
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

99,693 mi
Last recorded99,693 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2020
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP02 EZO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2020 99,693 miles

advise h/lamp plastics faded

advise rear brake flexis and brake pipes require cleaning up

Fail 28 Oct 2020 99,672 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced n/s o/s sills corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

advise h/lamp plastics faded

advise rear brake flexis and brake pipes require cleaning up

Pass 14 May 2019 90,865 miles
Fail 9 May 2019 90,809 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Rear tyre cracking on outer wall

Pass 9 Mar 2018 87,204 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 83,704 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2017 83,704 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Mar 2016 79,137 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2016 79,137 miles

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

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Dec 2014 72,429 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2013 69,945 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2012 68,449 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2011 64,804 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2010 59,086 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 50,304 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 44,629 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2008 44,629 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 31 Mar 2008 39,994 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 33,839 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 27,450 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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FP02 EZO is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FP02 EZO, 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 FP02 EZO?

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What year was FP02 EZO registered?

FP02 EZO is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 30 April 2002.

Is FP02 EZO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP02 EZO shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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