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N44 SJL

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

108,368 mi
Last recorded108,368 miles
Recorded on21 May 2018
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN44 SJL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 May 2018 108,368 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber gaiter torn

Offside Front Shock absorber gaiter torn

Offside Front Tyre worn smooth inner edge 205/55/16

Fail 18 May 2018 108,324 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Wishbone bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Wishbone bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber gaiter torn

Offside Front Shock absorber gaiter torn

Offside Front Tyre worn smooth inner edge 205/55/16

Pass 14 Jun 2017 97,854 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 86,065 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/55/16 on (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/55/16 on (4.1.E.1)

Fail 26 May 2016 85,921 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/55/16 on (4.1.E.1)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/55/16 on (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 May 2015 78,117 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

both rear tyres perishing

eml on

Fail 9 May 2015 77,794 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

both rear tyres perishing

eml on

Pass 29 May 2014 73,908 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 69,945 miles

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

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

Pass 25 May 2012 64,329 miles
Fail 25 May 2012 64,329 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 2 Aug 2010 60,599 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 54,415 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2008 49,292 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2008 49,292 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Jul 2007 43,800 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 39,047 miles
Pass 12 May 2005 28,828 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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N44 SJL is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 N44 SJL, 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 N44 SJL registered?

N44 SJL is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 19 March 2002.

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