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FV02 GXU

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

116,009 mi
Last recorded116,009 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2017
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV02 GXU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2017 116,009 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (7.1.2)

engine man lamp on

Fail 4 Jul 2017

Exhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (7.3.A.2b)

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords perished (4.1.D.1a)

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (7.1.2)

engine man lamp on

Pass 10 Jun 2016 113,040 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2016 113,040 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 27 Apr 2015 108,315 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2014 104,186 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2014 104,186 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 96,027 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 85,496 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 75,726 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 65,700 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 55,065 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2009 55,065 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 16 Apr 2008 45,074 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2008 45,074 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Apr 2007 34,272 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 30,464 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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FV02 GXU is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FV02 GXU, 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 FV02 GXU registered?

FV02 GXU is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 21 June 2002.

Is FV02 GXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV02 GXU shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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