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H7 NFC

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

76,646 mi
Last recorded76,646 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH7 NFC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2025 76,646 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2024 71,396 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2024 71,396 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Oct 2023 68,395 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2022 65,897 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 60,772 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2021 60,755 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2020 54,328 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread advise - replace (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Apr 2019 44,809 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 37,107 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Apr 2017 34,668 miles

Offside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt Split/cut to gaitor (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 8 Apr 2016 32,703 miles

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

Fail 8 Apr 2016 32,703 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 16 Apr 2015 29,564 miles

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

Fail 15 Apr 2015 29,563 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 16 Apr 2014 26,554 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 26,012 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2011 25,356 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 21 Sep 2010 24,283 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 23,333 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2009 23,333 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 16 Jul 2007 20,648 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2007 20,648 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Jun 2006 17,728 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2006 17,728 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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H7 NFC is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 H7 NFC, 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 H7 NFC registered?

H7 NFC is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 12 July 2002.

Is H7 NFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for H7 NFC shows 25 tests with a 72% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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