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GU02 NDY

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

138,842 mi
Last recorded138,842 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2015
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU02 NDY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2015 138,842 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 133,612 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 119,168 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 6 Sep 2012 98,466 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

rear section of exhaust bent

Pass 2 Sep 2011 81,644 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

offside and nearside front brake discs worn

Fail 2 Sep 2011 81,644 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

offside and nearside front brake discs worn

Pass 11 Aug 2010 72,174 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

offside and nearside rear brake discs getting corroded

Pass 10 Aug 2009 67,053 miles

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 12 Aug 2008 59,561 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 12 Aug 2008 59,561 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 51,378 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jul 2006 39,542 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2006 39,542 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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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GU02 NDY is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 GU02 NDY, 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 GU02 NDY registered?

GU02 NDY is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 27 March 2002.

Is GU02 NDY safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU02 NDY shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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