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HG02 EVW

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

89,627 mi
Last recorded89,627 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2017
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG02 EVW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2017 89,627 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Jun 2016 83,198 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2016 83,198 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 18 Jun 2015 74,211 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 68,840 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 65,665 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2013 65,665 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Jun 2012 57,164 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2011 45,707 miles

Direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Jun 2011 45,707 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 45,045 miles

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

front discs worn

Pass 8 Jan 2010 42,921 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2009 41,000 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

air bag warning light is on

front brake pads are worn down very close to wear indercators ( replace soon ) !!!!!!!!

nearside rear tyre is worn down to 1.7mm ( replace now ) !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

offside rear tyre is getting close to limit

Pass 30 Nov 2007 38,617 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 34,531 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2006 25,943 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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HG02 EVW is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 EVW, 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 EVW registered?

HG02 EVW is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 28 March 2002.

Is HG02 EVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG02 EVW shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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