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HG02 AYX

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

170,493 mi
Last recorded170,493 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2016
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG02 AYX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2016 170,493 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both front lower suspension arm rear bushes weak and cracked

engine oil leaks

front anti roll bar bushes have play but not excessive

general under body corrosion

play in both front upper suspension strut mountings

rear suspension coil springs corroded

slight play in both steering rack ends

Pass 20 Feb 2015 167,762 miles

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

engine oil leaks

Fail 20 Feb 2015 167,762 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

engine oil leaks

Pass 25 Feb 2014 159,049 miles

offside and nearside rear suspension coil springs corroded

Pass 8 Mar 2013 146,233 miles

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

Fail 8 Mar 2013 146,233 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 5 Mar 2012 135,588 miles

offside and nearside outer sills at rear heavily corroded

Pass 24 Nov 2010 133,713 miles

corrosion offside rear outer sill

offside rear tyre tread depth low

Pass 13 Oct 2009 129,594 miles

nearside front wheel rim damaged

Pass 28 Apr 2009 125,824 miles

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

spare tyre

Pass 8 Feb 2008 109,201 miles

centre exhaust clamp broken but still fully supporting the exhaust

damage to offside front tyre sidewall but not deep enough to reach ply cords

small damage to windscreen

Pass 9 Oct 2006 83,638 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2006 83,638 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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HG02 AYX is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,896cc diesel 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 HG02 AYX, 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 HG02 AYX registered?

HG02 AYX is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 July 2002.

Is HG02 AYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG02 AYX 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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