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LV02 VFN

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

56,463 mi
Last recorded56,463 miles
Recorded on5 May 2022
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV02 VFN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 May 2022 56,463 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 55,397 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 54,300 miles

Both Front Wishbone Bushes Are Perishing

Both Rear Subframe Bushes Have Slight Play

Pass 13 Dec 2017 49,947 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2016 46,097 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 44,550 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing on inside edge

Offside Front tyre wearing on inside edge

Pass 16 Oct 2014 42,618 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 40,372 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 39,174 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 30 Oct 2011 37,291 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2011 37,291 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 1 Nov 2010 35,995 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 1 Nov 2010 35,995 miles

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 24 Oct 2009 33,869 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2009 33,869 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Oct 2008 31,729 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 29,804 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 23,911 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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LV02 VFN is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LV02 VFN, 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 LV02 VFN registered?

LV02 VFN is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 17 April 2002.

Is LV02 VFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV02 VFN shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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