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M30 WVW

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2021
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

155,803 mi
Last recorded155,803 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2020
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM30 WVW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2020 155,803 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))

Fail 24 Sep 2020 155,799 miles

Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 1 May 2019 133,614 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement anti roll bar D bush has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Mar 2019 133,613 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases pipe out of the front box cracked broken (6.1.2 (a))

Driver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Boot lid cannot be secured in the closed position will not open (6.2.1 (e))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements incorrect spacing front and rear (0.1 (d))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 May 2017 127,161 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Catalytic converter (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Also heavily perished and worn uneven on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Suspected high level stop light not working

Fail 11 May 2017 126,726 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed Is also twisted (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Catalytic converter (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Also heavily perished and worn uneven on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Suspected high level stop light not working

Pass 11 May 2016 107,001 miles

nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 16 May 2015 95,009 miles
Fail 16 May 2015 95,009 miles

Centre Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 May 2014 91,312 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 87,722 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2012 83,295 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 75,222 miles

both rear tyres stepping and wearing low in places on inside edge

Fail 18 Apr 2011 75,221 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

both rear tyres stepping and wearing low in places on inside edge

n/s/r number plate lamp lens missing

Pass 5 May 2010 62,020 miles

Damage to NS and OS Sill

Oil leak

Fail 5 May 2010 62,020 miles

Damage to NS and OS Sill

Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 1 May 2009 51,271 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 47,486 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 44,339 miles

front and rear brake pads low

Pass 7 Apr 2006 40,441 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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M30 WVW is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 M30 WVW, 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 M30 WVW registered?

M30 WVW is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 22 April 2002.

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