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MJ02 KWP

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

217,614 mi
Last recorded217,614 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2025
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ02 KWP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2025 217,614 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

rear seat belts not tested dog gaurd fitted

Fail 5 Feb 2025 217,614 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

rear seat belts not tested dog gaurd fitted

Pass 26 Feb 2024 202,491 miles

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

Nearside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 17 Feb 2023 180,330 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2023 180,330 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Apr 2022 177,937 miles

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

Fail 10 Nov 2021 177,860 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 10 Nov 2020 174,999 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 171,145 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 May 2018 167,353 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 164,181 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 158,256 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 152,914 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 144,702 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 136,025 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Apr 2012 125,241 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 112,327 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 98,233 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 May 2009 86,061 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 72,654 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 60,112 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 49,364 miles

child seats fitted to both rear seats,unable to fully check belts

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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MJ02 KWP is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 MJ02 KWP, 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 MJ02 KWP registered?

MJ02 KWP is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 15 May 2002.

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