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LT02 OZB

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

18,848 mi
Last recorded18,848 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2026
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT02 OZB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2026 18,848 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2026 18,848 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 2 Oct 2025 9,104 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front and rear slightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 2 Oct 2025 9,104 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front and rear slightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Mar 2023 9,096 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2022 8,980 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2022 8,980 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Mar 2021 8,976 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2021 8,976 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre over ten years old is fitted to a front axle of a bus or coach (5.2.3 (m))

Pass 9 Mar 2020 8,758 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 9 Mar 2020 8,758 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Mar 2019 7,969 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 7,048 miles

Offside Rear number plate light lense cracked

Pass 16 Mar 2017 6,432 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 5,940 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2016 5,940 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 12 Mar 2015 5,249 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 4,773 miles

Boot not locking.

Pass 14 Mar 2013 4,092 miles

Front brake pads showing cracks.

Pass 21 Mar 2012 3,531 miles

Offside rear number plate light lense missing.

Pass 22 Mar 2011 2,777 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 2,323 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 2,039 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 1,598 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 793 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 696 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 OZB is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 OZB, 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 OZB registered?

LT02 OZB is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 30 April 2002.

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The MOT history for LT02 OZB shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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