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MT02 PYF

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

130,912 mi
Last recorded130,912 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2019
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT02 PYF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2019 130,912 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test Mirror hangers ()

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

Pass 4 Jan 2018 119,895 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 30 Jan 2017 110,854 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2015 99,010 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2015 90,175 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2014 81,333 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2014 81,333 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 2 Jan 2013 64,159 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 50,503 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 43,158 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 37,431 miles

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Fail 9 Jul 2009 37,431 miles

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 May 2008 31,447 miles

n/s and o/s front tyres are wearin g slightly more on inner edge

Pass 18 May 2007 26,401 miles
Fail 18 May 2007 26,401 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

emmission test not completed - engine will not hold steady at required speed 2500-3000, lambda readimgs too high

Pass 19 May 2006 20,361 miles
Fail 19 May 2006 20,361 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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 PYF is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 MT02 PYF, 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 PYF registered?

MT02 PYF is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 22 May 2002.

Is MT02 PYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT02 PYF shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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