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LB02 FLA

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 2324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

94,457 mi
Last recorded94,457 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2016
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB02 FLA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,324cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2016 94,457 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2015 81,292 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2013 79,138 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2012 68,011 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2012 68,011 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 1 Oct 2011 62,143 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 56,664 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2009 51,656 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 2 Oct 2008 44,001 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nearside front tyre has slight damage to outer sidewall

Pass 3 Oct 2007 37,384 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 34,400 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2007 34,388 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Oct 2005 30,586 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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LB02 FLA is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 2,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 LB02 FLA, 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 LB02 FLA registered?

LB02 FLA is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 28 June 2002.

Is LB02 FLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB02 FLA shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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