MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
128,313 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault anti skid light on (3.4.1c)
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Stop lamp not working middle (1.2.1b)
Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault anti skid light on (3.4.1c)
Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Centre exhaust bracket broken off, system still secure and supported.
Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Nearside front tyre has slight uneven wear on inner shoulder
Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Offside rear position light slightly dim
Offside rear tyre couter sidewall perished
Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
Centre exhaust bracket broken off, system still secure and supported.
Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Nearside front tyre has slight uneven wear on inner shoulder
Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Offside rear position light slightly dim
Offside rear tyre couter sidewall perished
Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
Both front disc lipped
Both rear disc worn and rusted
Engine management light on
Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Both front disc lipped
Both rear disc worn and rusted
Engine management light on
Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Front brake discs worn & pitted
Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
O/S/F tyre worn on the inner & outer edge
Offside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Rear brake discs worn & pitted
Front brake discs worn & pitted
O/S/F tyre worn on the inner & outer edge
Offside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Rear brake discs worn & pitted
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
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LB02 DWM is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.
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 LB02 DWM, 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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LB02 DWM is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 28 June 2002.
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