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GFX 210D

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1585cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2023
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

4,393 mi
Last recorded4,393 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2022
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGFX 210D
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,585cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2022 4,393 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 4,117 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2019 3,040 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2018 17,409 miles

front floor pan corroded

Fail 3 Jan 2018 1,740 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Direction indicator incorrect colour red not amber (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front suspension retaining device ineffective shock absorber lower bolt (2.5.A.4)

Nearside Stop lamp insecure (1.2.1a)

Offside Direction indicator incorrect colour red not amber (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front suspension retaining device ineffective shock absorber lower bolt (2.5.A.4)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

front floor pan corroded

Pass 10 Oct 2016
Pass 18 Sep 2015 1 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2014 17,342 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak

nearside rear wheel arch slightly corroded

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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GFX 210D is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,585cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 GFX 210D, 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 GFX 210D registered?

GFX 210D is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 8 March 2002.

Is GFX 210D safe to buy?

The MOT history for GFX 210D shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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