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FY02 AXP

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

126,200 mi
Last recorded126,200 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2020
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY02 AXP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2020 126,200 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 122,206 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 117,633 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 112,319 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 106,417 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 101,422 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 95,436 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 96,962 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2013 96,962 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2012 78,627 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 24 Mar 2011 70,326 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 58,894 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 48,925 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 42,162 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2007 35,073 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2007 35,073 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 3 Mar 2006 29,146 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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FY02 AXP is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 FY02 AXP, 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 FY02 AXP registered?

FY02 AXP is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 28 March 2002.

Is FY02 AXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY02 AXP shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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