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GIL 5299

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

71,691 mi
Last recorded71,691 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGIL 5299
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 23 Jun 2026 71,691 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2025 69,951 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2024 68,820 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 2 Feb 2023 66,571 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 7 Feb 2022 64,697 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Jan 2021 63,409 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Jul 2019 60,751 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 4 Jul 2018 58,883 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 56,320 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

n/s front coil spring has corrosion.

n/s rear brake has slight bind.

o/s front coil spring has corrosion.

Pass 30 Jun 2016 53,469 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 50,736 miles

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Jun 2014 47,821 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 44,500 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 41,558 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 38,846 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 35,611 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 32,719 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 28,532 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 23,595 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 18,679 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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GIL 5299 is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,896cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GIL 5299, 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 GIL 5299 registered?

GIL 5299 is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 11 July 2002.

Is GIL 5299 safe to buy?

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