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LY02 FZF

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

65,188 mi
Last recorded65,188 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY02 FZF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 65,188 miles

eml light on

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside no plate lens missing

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Aug 2024 64,395 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

both headlight lens deteriorated

nearside rear tyre wearing unevenly on inner edge

Pass 8 Sep 2023 64,001 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

both headlight lens deteriorated

Pass 24 Aug 2022 62,967 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

both headlight lens deteriorated

Pass 5 Aug 2021 61,716 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

both headlight lens deteriorated

Pass 24 Jul 2020 61,028 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

both headlight lens deteriorated

Pass 17 May 2019 59,668 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 May 2018 58,678 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 May 2017 57,601 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 3 Jun 2016 56,158 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 22 Apr 2015 53,194 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Apr 2015 53,194 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 50,406 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Apr 2013 47,556 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 44,089 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside front tyre

offside number plate lamp lens is broken

Pass 14 Apr 2011 40,710 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 36,518 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 32,861 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2009 32,861 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

Offside Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Apr 2008 28,765 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 24,925 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 20,469 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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LY02 FZF is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 LY02 FZF, 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 LY02 FZF registered?

LY02 FZF is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 24 May 2002.

Is LY02 FZF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY02 FZF shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LY02 FZF have outstanding finance?

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