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LT02 BZL

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2012
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

110,772 mi
Last recorded110,772 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2011
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT02 BZL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2011 110,772 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2011 110,772 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Apr 2010 103,845 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2010 103,824 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Fail 23 Mar 2010 103,813 miles

Bootlid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

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)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Apr 2009 97,510 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2009 97,485 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Brake warning device defective (3.3.E.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 29 Mar 2008 86,874 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2008 86,873 miles

Driver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Pass 28 Mar 2007 76,056 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 65,342 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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LT02 BZL is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 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 LT02 BZL, 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

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What year was LT02 BZL registered?

LT02 BZL is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 28 March 2002.

Is LT02 BZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT02 BZL shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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