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GF02 BCX

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

155,202 mi
Last recorded155,202 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2017
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF02 BCX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2017 155,202 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2017 155,055 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 29 Apr 2016 144,328 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 142,608 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 127,652 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 114,716 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2011 101,971 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 28 Nov 2011 101,971 miles

Oil leak

Pass 26 Nov 2010 89,700 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 26 Nov 2010 89,700 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Oct 2009 78,787 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 69,867 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 64,356 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2007 52,405 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 40,630 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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GF02 BCX is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GF02 BCX, 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.

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What year was GF02 BCX registered?

GF02 BCX is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 12 April 2002.

Is GF02 BCX safe to buy?

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