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JNZ 939

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

66,393 mi
Last recorded66,393 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJNZ 939
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 66,393 miles

all four springs rusty

both front shock absorbers rubber boots deteriated

heat shield rear fixing rusted

Pass 28 Jan 2025 66,257 miles

both front shock dust covers torn

ex heat shield loose

rear springs rusty

Pass 23 Jan 2024 66,164 miles

both front shock dust covers torn

centre exhaust bracket broken and heat shield loose

rear springs rusty

Pass 2 Feb 2023 66,060 miles

both front shock dust covers torn

centre exhaust bracket detatched and centre heat shield loose

rear springs rusty

Fail 2 Feb 2023 66,060 miles

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

both front shock dust covers torn

centre exhaust bracket detatched and centre heat shield loose

rear springs rusty

Pass 14 Jan 2022 65,893 miles

All brake discs corroded

Centre exhaust bracket detached

Front exhaust heatshield loose

Front shock absorber dust covers torn

Rear coil springs corroded

Pass 23 Dec 2020 65,649 miles

All brake discs corroded

Centre exhaust mount corroded

Rear coil springs corroded

Pass 12 Jul 2019 65,048 miles

Centre exhuast heat sheild corroded

Corrosion to both outer sills at rear. Small hole in N/S not structural

Front and rear discs corroded

Rear coil springs corroded

Pass 9 Jul 2018 64,069 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

rear disc coroddid

slight play in front suspension top mountings

Pass 12 Jul 2017 63,703 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 63,482 miles

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

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

mil light on

Pass 15 Jul 2015 63,080 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 15 Jul 2015 63,080 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Jun 2014 62,376 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 62,022 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

centre exhaust bracket broken

slight movement in front shock absorber top mounts

Pass 27 Jun 2012 60,319 miles

Centre exhaust bracket broken and loose

Front and rear brake discs slightly corroded

Pass 24 Jun 2011 58,837 miles

Centre exhaust repaired

Front brake discs pitted

Pass 5 Jul 2010 57,166 miles

Front tyres worn low on edges, nearside front tyre worn smooth on inner edge

Rear number plate deteriorated

Temporary repair to centre exhaust mounting

Pass 7 Jul 2009 54,657 miles

Engine management light on

Front tyres worn on inner edges

N/S/R Tyre perrished

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2008 50,517 miles

Rear number plate delaminated

Rear tyres stepping on the inner edge

Fail 11 Jun 2008 50,517 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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

Rear number plate delaminated

Rear tyres stepping on the inner edge

Pass 13 Jun 2007 46,162 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2005 39,392 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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JNZ 939 is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 JNZ 939, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JNZ 939 registered?

JNZ 939 is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 18 January 2002.

Is JNZ 939 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JNZ 939 shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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