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GL02 SKK

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2023
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

115,146 mi
Last recorded115,146 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2022
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL02 SKK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2022 115,146 miles

Front Coil spring corroded Both sides. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front shocker top mount bush slightly play both sides

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Sep 2022 115,146 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Coil spring corroded Both sides. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front shocker top mount bush slightly play both sides

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2021 114,204 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Dec 2020 113,171 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2020 113,171 miles

Front Headlamp lens seriously defective Both side (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Jun 2019 110,990 miles
Pass 26 May 2018 108,691 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jun 2017 106,675 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 104,989 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 103,069 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 101,524 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 99,592 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 97,077 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 8 Jun 2011 95,013 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 91,993 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 90,695 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2008 78,683 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 59,716 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2006 45,406 miles

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

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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GL02 SKK is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 GL02 SKK, 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 GL02 SKK registered?

GL02 SKK is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 25 June 2002.

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