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NA02 PLX

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests27 (23 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate85.2%

Mileage

63,901 mi
Last recorded63,901 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNA02 PLX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

23 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 63,901 miles

Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both side front (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both side front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2025 54,304 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Pass 12 Jul 2024 53,875 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2024 53,874 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2023 53,358 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2022 52,700 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 52,060 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2020 51,567 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 50,233 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 26 Jun 2019 50,523 miles

Exhaust system insecure centre (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both inner face (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both inner face (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2018 48,737 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 48,042 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 47,141 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2016 47,141 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Nov 2015 46,750 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 46,649 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 45,448 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 43,450 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2013 43,450 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Jul 2012 41,154 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 39,187 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 37,342 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 34,883 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 32,715 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 29,199 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 24,874 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2005 20,426 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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NA02 PLX is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.2%.

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 NA02 PLX, 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 NA02 PLX registered?

NA02 PLX is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 30 July 2002.

Is NA02 PLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for NA02 PLX shows 27 tests with a 85.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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