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GN02 CUU

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

150,446 mi
Last recorded150,446 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2019
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN02 CUU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2019 150,446 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 9 Jul 2018 141,107 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 136,123 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 133,877 miles

both headlamps deteriorated

centre stop light

Pass 4 Nov 2014 124,128 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2013 114,566 miles

oil leak from gearbox

slight play in both front top mounts

Pass 29 Oct 2012 105,906 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 101,092 miles

airbag light on

o/s/r brake binding

Fail 24 Oct 2011 100,969 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

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

airbag light on

o/s/r brake binding

Pass 30 Oct 2010 95,718 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 86,566 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 76,225 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2007 66,202 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 51,684 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2005 40,198 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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GN02 CUU is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 GN02 CUU, 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 GN02 CUU registered?

GN02 CUU is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is GN02 CUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN02 CUU shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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