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GU02 ZRX

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

77,417 mi
Last recorded77,417 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2016
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2016 77,417 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 77,032 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2014 77,032 miles

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Pass 2 Aug 2013 72,072 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 66,586 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 60,095 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2011 60,089 miles

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.D.1)

Pass 16 Jul 2010 54,619 miles

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

Fail 10 Jul 2010 54,503 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

engine fault light on

Pass 26 Jun 2009 48,889 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 43,759 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 36,544 miles

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

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)

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

Pass 5 Jun 2006 28,940 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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GU02 ZRX 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 ZRX, 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 GU02 ZRX registered?

GU02 ZRX is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 12 April 2002.

Is GU02 ZRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU02 ZRX 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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