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LN02 TGU

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

118,116 mi
Last recorded118,116 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2020
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN02 TGU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2020 118,116 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55 16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

eml light on

Fail 2 Jan 2020 118,186 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55 16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

eml light on

Pass 19 Dec 2018 111,848 miles

EML LIGHT ON

UNDER TRAYS AND ENGINE COVER FITTED OBSCURING SOME COMPONENTS

Pass 4 Jan 2018 105,009 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2016 96,542 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2015 87,000 miles

Offside Rear nail in tyre

Pass 17 Oct 2014 82,002 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 81,403 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 79,876 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 27 Apr 2009 77,947 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 71,312 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 63,128 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2006 53,139 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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LN02 TGU is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 LN02 TGU, 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

How do I check the history of LN02 TGU?

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What year was LN02 TGU registered?

LN02 TGU is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 8 March 2002.

Is LN02 TGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN02 TGU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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