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LAS 512

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 2276cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

88,652 mi
Last recorded88,652 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2012
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLAS 512
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,276cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2012 88,652 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 88,373 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 67,634 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 67,256 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2007 65,686 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2006 8,452 miles

Nearside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Jan 2006 8,452 miles

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

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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LAS 512 is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 2,276cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LAS 512, 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 LAS 512 registered?

LAS 512 is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 11 July 2002.

Is LAS 512 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LAS 512 shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LAS 512 have outstanding finance?

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