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MK02 MYO

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2024
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

93,099 mi
Last recorded93,099 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2023
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK02 MYO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2023 93,099 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2022 87,137 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2021 81,405 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2020 76,912 miles

Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides- strut tops (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Jan 2020 74,583 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2020 74,583 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jan 2019 68,328 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2019 68,328 miles

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner BOTH SIDES sill areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 1 May 2018 66,765 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 26 Apr 2017 64,174 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear tyre stepping in tread 205/55/16

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 27 Apr 2016 61,334 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 58,524 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 55,795 miles

Both front shock absorber dust covers damaged and torn.

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 51,815 miles

electronic stability system has an intermittent fault

front number plate damaged

Fail 30 Apr 2013 51,815 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

front number plate damaged

Pass 26 Apr 2012 48,438 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 45,363 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

both front tyres starting to crack on tread tread 3.5mm 205/55/16

high level brake light inop

ns wiper split

Pass 21 Apr 2010 40,421 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2010 40,421 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 9 May 2009 36,903 miles

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

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

Pass 9 May 2009 36,903 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 33,677 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 30,085 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 22 Apr 2006 24,567 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2005 17,575 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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MK02 MYO is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 MK02 MYO, 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 MK02 MYO registered?

MK02 MYO is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 29 April 2002.

Is MK02 MYO safe to buy?

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