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MX02 XET

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

114,914 mi
Last recorded114,914 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2014
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX02 XET
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2014 114,914 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 4 Jul 2013 108,125 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2013 108,125 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Fail 24 May 2012 140,049 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2012 140,049 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2011 93,675 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Jun 2011 93,675 miles
Fail 26 May 2010 85,476 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 May 2010 85,476 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 21 May 2009 79,751 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2008 72,933 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 66,106 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 60,541 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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MX02 XET is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 MX02 XET, 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 MX02 XET registered?

MX02 XET is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is MX02 XET safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX02 XET shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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