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HF02 TCV

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

81,193 mi
Last recorded81,193 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2018
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF02 TCV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2018 81,193 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 72,647 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 3 Mar 2016 60,527 miles

under trays blocking access to some components

Pass 26 Mar 2015 46,525 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2014 42,369 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2013 34,626 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2012 28,193 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2012 28,193 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 18 Mar 2011 25,831 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 23,835 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 21,565 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 17,895 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 15,073 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 21 Mar 2006 12,750 miles

Nearside Front 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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HF02 TCV is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 HF02 TCV, 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 HF02 TCV registered?

HF02 TCV is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 28 March 2002.

Is HF02 TCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF02 TCV shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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