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MF02 SXM

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2022
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

95,668 mi
Last recorded95,668 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2021
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF02 SXM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2021 95,668 miles

Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 6 Nov 2020 91,642 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Difficult to see (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play BOth sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Nov 2020 91,642 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn REar bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Difficult to see (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play BOth sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 May 2019 81,694 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 3 May 2018 75,767 miles

Front under tray insecure

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 2 May 2018 75,767 miles

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Offside front lower (2.4.G.2)

Front under tray insecure

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 11 May 2017 69,210 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 66,272 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Oct 2016 66,263 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2015 56,512 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 48,580 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 43,280 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 36,213 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2011 29,083 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 22,522 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2010 22,522 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2010 21,701 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 19,948 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 15,481 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 9,426 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 5,656 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 SXM is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 SXM, 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 MF02 SXM registered?

MF02 SXM is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 25 March 2002.

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