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GN02 YAW

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

152,737 mi
Last recorded152,737 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2025
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN02 YAW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2025 152,737 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower outer sill slight surface corroded.

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

Offside Rear Lower outer sill slight surface corroded.

Fail 28 Jan 2025 152,737 miles

Electronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Lower outer sill slight surface corroded.

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

Offside Rear Lower outer sill slight surface corroded.

Pass 25 Jan 2024 147,780 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 23 Jan 2024 147,780 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 5 Jan 2023 143,956 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Pass 31 Dec 2021 139,904 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 29 Jan 2021 136,200 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective nearside/offside (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded nearside/offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Jan 2021 136,195 miles

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

Headlamp lens slightly defective nearside/offside (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded nearside/offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2020 129,681 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2019 121,614 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2018 115,164 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2017 109,125 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 105,284 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 99,227 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 93,731 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2013 93,685 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Fail 27 Sep 2012 88,804 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 27 Sep 2012 88,804 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 26 Sep 2011 80,753 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 67,306 miles

Seat belt pre-tensioner has been activated

Pass 24 Sep 2009 56,573 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 45,708 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 37,599 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 28,548 miles

offside front tyre is starting to wear on inner edge.

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 YAW is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 YAW, 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 GN02 YAW registered?

GN02 YAW is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 23 March 2002.

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