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2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

96,135 mi
Last recorded96,135 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2017
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF02 VPN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2017 96,135 miles

Front coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)

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

Rear coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)

under trays fitted

Fail 14 Jul 2017 96,111 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Front coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)

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

Rear coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)

under trays fitted

Pass 18 Jul 2016 92,748 miles

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Rear seats folded down on m.o.t

under trays fitted

Fail 18 Jul 2016 92,748 miles

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

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Rear seats folded down on m.o.t

under trays fitted

Pass 9 Jul 2015 88,167 miles

Slight play near side steering rack

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 30 Jun 2014 85,140 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Jul 2013 79,423 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 74,375 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 70,828 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 67,797 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 63,305 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 58,180 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 47,554 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2006 40,317 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 VPN is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 VPN, 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 VPN registered?

GF02 VPN is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 3 May 2002.

Is GF02 VPN safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF02 VPN shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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