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GV51 UZJ

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

124,204 mi
Last recorded124,204 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2017
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV51 UZJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2017 124,204 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

a) warning light is on

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

Pass 31 Mar 2016 121,466 miles

Front discs worn

Front pads wearing thin

Fail 31 Mar 2016 121,466 miles

Front discs worn

Front pads wearing thin

Rear coil spring broken Both sides (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 30 Mar 2015 110,132 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2015 110,122 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 25 Apr 2014 101,933 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 94,760 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 88,110 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 82,270 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 76,212 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 69,356 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2008 64,102 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)

Pass 2 May 2007 57,078 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 49,284 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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GV51 UZJ is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GV51 UZJ, 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 GV51 UZJ registered?

GV51 UZJ is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 4 February 2002.

Is GV51 UZJ safe to buy?

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