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HG02 UCB

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

100,416 mi
Last recorded100,416 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2022
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG02 UCB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2022 100,416 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2021 98,117 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2021 98,117 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Oct 2017 95,225 miles

Chip in windscreen

Fail 20 Oct 2017 95,225 miles

Emissions not tested Lambda sensor damaged and broken. (7.3.A.1)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Chip in windscreen

Engine light on dash.

Front brake discs lipped and worn.

Pass 25 Oct 2016 90,710 miles

oil leak at rear of engine

Fail 25 Oct 2016 90,710 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported mounting welds broken (7.1.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

oil leak at rear of engine

Pass 27 Oct 2015 84,493 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 79,233 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2013 76,801 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 9 Nov 2012 71,988 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 9 Nov 2012 71,988 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 65,604 miles

Front number plate cracked

Pass 8 Nov 2010 58,845 miles

Coolant leak at back of engine

Front brake discs very worn

Offside front tyre bald on inner edge

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 29 Oct 2009 53,146 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2008 44,340 miles

Front number plate cracked

Pass 23 May 2007 34,165 miles

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

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

both body sills damaged

Pass 22 May 2006 28,013 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 UCB is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 UCB, 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 UCB registered?

HG02 UCB is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 May 2002.

Is HG02 UCB safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG02 UCB shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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