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HS02 BNJ

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2023
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

96,282 mi
Last recorded96,282 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2022
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHS02 BNJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2022 96,282 miles

Nearside Rear reverse light lens missing

Fail 22 Feb 2022 96,282 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear reverse light lens missing

Pass 3 Mar 2021 90,739 miles

Nearside Rear reverse lamp damaged

Fail 3 Mar 2021 90,738 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

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

Nearside Rear reverse lamp damaged

Pass 9 Apr 2019 90,085 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Reversing lamp damaged

Fail 9 Apr 2019 90,085 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Reversing lamp damaged

Pass 10 Apr 2018 84,037 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Feb 2018 78,147 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 67,309 miles

Engine warning light is on

Nearside Rear Tyre has a nail (repairable)

Slight play in both front Anti-Roll bar D bushes

Fail 21 Feb 2017 67,309 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Engine warning light is on

Nearside Rear Tyre has a nail (repairable)

Slight play in both front Anti-Roll bar D bushes

Pass 9 Feb 2016 63,089 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Feb 2016 62,984 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

E.M.Light on

centre exhaust bracket broken

front brake discs corroded

oil leak

Pass 2 Feb 2015 59,169 miles

centre exhaust mounting bracket adrift

Pass 6 Feb 2014 55,605 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2013 52,669 miles

centre exhaust mounting bracket broken

engine light showing

nearside front tyre worn on inside edge

Pass 17 Feb 2012 46,157 miles

em light on /ns seatback needs attention /nsf tyre underinflated /bumper damaged by reverse light

Pass 5 Jan 2011 39,588 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2010 37,847 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2009 35,705 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

nearside front shock dust cover split

Fail 7 Jan 2009 35,705 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

nearside front shock dust cover split

Pass 18 Feb 2008 33,944 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Feb 2007 30,961 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 23 Feb 2006 25,601 miles

all brake discs slightly pitted on inner face

nearside of front passenger seat not locked in upright position[seat secure in upright position]

rear registration plate delaminating

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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HS02 BNJ is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 HS02 BNJ, 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 HS02 BNJ registered?

HS02 BNJ is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 5 March 2002.

Is HS02 BNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HS02 BNJ shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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