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LM02 NBB

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2017
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

73,024 mi
Last recorded73,024 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2016
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM02 NBB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2016 73,024 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Apr 2015 66,937 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2014 63,084 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 9 Jul 2014 63,084 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 5 Jul 2013 57,995 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

surface corrosion on discs appears to have been stood

Pass 7 Jun 2012 55,253 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2011 52,224 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

scratch marks o/s/f bumper corner

Pass 9 Jun 2011 52,224 miles

scratch marks o/s/f bumper corner

Pass 3 Jun 2010 42,786 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 30,920 miles
Fail 26 May 2009 30,920 miles

Bootlid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Jun 2008 25,908 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 24,853 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 20,751 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2006 20,734 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2005 16,379 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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LM02 NBB is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LM02 NBB, 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 LM02 NBB registered?

LM02 NBB is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 28 June 2002.

Is LM02 NBB safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM02 NBB shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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