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MF02 LXM

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2021
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

106,674 mi
Last recorded106,674 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2019
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF02 LXM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2019 106,674 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2018 102,817 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jul 2017 97,876 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2017 97,875 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Jun 2016 94,016 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2016 94,013 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2015 89,198 miles

both rear suspension springs corroded

offside rear tyre perished

Pass 23 Apr 2014 81,239 miles

both front brake discs corroded

nearside front tyre wearing close to wear indicator

offside rear tyre perished

rear exhaust section hanger deteriated

Pass 3 Apr 2013 75,307 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 69,341 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 62,538 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 57,758 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 53,063 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2008 48,332 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 1 Apr 2008 48,332 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 43,726 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2006 35,007 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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MF02 LXM is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 MF02 LXM, 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 MF02 LXM registered?

MF02 LXM is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 19 April 2002.

Is MF02 LXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF02 LXM shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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