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MT02 FEU

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

81,960 mi
Last recorded81,960 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2016
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT02 FEU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2016 81,960 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

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)

Pass 15 Jun 2015
Fail 15 Jun 2015

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 21 Jun 2014 73,343 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 70,009 miles
Fail 25 May 2012 63,928 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 25 May 2012 63,928 miles

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

Fail 16 Jun 2011 58,943 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2011 58,943 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2010 51,664 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 44,938 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2009 44,938 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 11 Oct 2008 41,420 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 36,658 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2006 29,925 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Front registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Pass 9 Jun 2006 29,925 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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MT02 FEU is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 MT02 FEU, 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 MT02 FEU registered?

MT02 FEU is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 May 2002.

Is MT02 FEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT02 FEU shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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