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LN51 XDF

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 2324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

123,271 mi
Last recorded123,271 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2018
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN51 XDF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,324cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2018 123,271 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Jul 2018 123,271 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 May 2017 112,225 miles
Fail 20 May 2017 112,225 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Jun 2016 100,484 miles

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

slight movement in both front top strut mounts

Pass 6 May 2015 90,349 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 86,441 miles

all four alloy wheels rims slight twisted

Pass 5 Jun 2013 80,058 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 74,669 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2011 68,199 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 10 Jun 2011 68,199 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 60,760 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 56,138 miles

Advise centre exhaust bracket broken

Advise exhaust catalyst heat sheald fixings broken

Advise nearside front inner wheel rim slightly bent

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 May 2008 46,624 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 31 May 2007 40,896 miles
Fail 23 May 2007 40,815 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 12 May 2006 30,577 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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LN51 XDF is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 2,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 LN51 XDF, 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 LN51 XDF registered?

LN51 XDF is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 11 January 2002.

Is LN51 XDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN51 XDF shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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