MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
170,493 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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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
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
engine oil leaks
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
offside and nearside rear suspension coil springs corroded
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
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)
offside and nearside outer sills at rear heavily corroded
corrosion offside rear outer sill
offside rear tyre tread depth low
nearside front wheel rim damaged
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
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
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
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Top MOT Failure Points
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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.
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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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