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HG02 ZZH

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2018
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

122,347 mi
Last recorded122,347 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2017
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG02 ZZH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2017 122,347 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2017 122,347 miles

Central Exhaust system not adequately supported exhaust bracket insecure (7.1.1)

Offside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded side sill area (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded side sill area (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Inner Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement d-bush (2.4.G.2)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both fronts rear back bushes separating (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Oct 2016 115,555 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2016 115,555 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)

Fail 28 Nov 2014 107,976 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Nov 2014 107,976 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2013 100,289 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

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

Fail 19 Dec 2013 100,289 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2012 78,342 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2012 78,342 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Fail 30 Jul 2011 58,083 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Jul 2011 58,083 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 43,439 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2010 43,439 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 23 Jun 2009 29,747 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

Pass 24 Jul 2008 17,995 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 17,710 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 15,757 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)

Pass 14 Jun 2006 13,386 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2006 13,386 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Pass 22 Jun 2005 11,649 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 ZZH is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ZZH, 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 ZZH registered?

HG02 ZZH is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 21 June 2002.

Is HG02 ZZH safe to buy?

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