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LT02 CSX

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2023
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

140,199 mi
Last recorded140,199 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2022
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT02 CSX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2022 140,199 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2021 137,301 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded both nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both nearside and offside inner edges slightly uneven wear (5.2.3 (e))

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Fail 19 Mar 2021 137,301 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded both nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both nearside and offside inner edges slightly uneven wear (5.2.3 (e))

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 15 Dec 2017 130,583 miles

Central exhaust hanger broken but system still secure

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

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (1.7.5a)

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 5 Jan 2017 122,855 miles

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 6 Jan 2016 108,905 miles

unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 22 Dec 2014 104,407 miles

both rear brakes slightly binding

unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 14 Jan 2014 100,301 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2013 94,995 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

unable to fully inspect due to covers and sheilds

Pass 20 Jan 2012 88,141 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 84,001 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 15 Jul 2009 73,326 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 15 Jul 2009 73,326 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 9 Apr 2008 66,478 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 53,610 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 43,161 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 CSX is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LT02 CSX, 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 LT02 CSX registered?

LT02 CSX is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 12 April 2002.

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