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GU02 OAM

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Dec 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

71,062 mi
Last recorded71,062 miles
Recorded on27 Dec 2018
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU02 OAM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Dec 2018 71,062 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 13 Apr 2017 68,695 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 64,918 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 8 Nov 2014 64,844 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 63,754 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Nov 2012 62,726 miles

windscreen slightly scored

Fail 5 Nov 2012 62,726 miles

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

windscreen slightly scored

Pass 17 Feb 2012 60,632 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

exhaust center brakit broken away but suports exhaust

Pass 10 Feb 2011 57,652 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 55,148 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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)

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

wipers streaky

Pass 18 Feb 2009 52,739 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2009 52,739 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Pass 6 May 2008 44,800 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 32,752 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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)

Pass 27 May 2006 21,032 miles
Fail 27 May 2006 21,032 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

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

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

Offside 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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GU02 OAM is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 GU02 OAM, 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 OAM registered?

GU02 OAM is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 11 March 2002.

Is GU02 OAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU02 OAM shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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