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NG02 DXZ

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2015
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

108,216 mi
Last recorded108,216 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2014
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNG02 DXZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2014 108,216 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 94,084 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Jun 2012 80,969 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 65,498 miles

advise offside inner track rod ball joint slight play

Pass 28 Jun 2010 53,168 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 45,707 miles

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)

Pass 31 May 2008 40,108 miles
Fail 31 May 2008 40,108 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2007 32,597 miles
Fail 23 May 2006 23,765 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

very slight play in o/s/f steering rack

Pass 23 May 2006 23,765 miles

very slight play in o/s/f steering rack

Pass 1 Jun 2005 18,101 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2005 18,101 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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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NG02 DXZ is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 NG02 DXZ, 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 NG02 DXZ registered?

NG02 DXZ is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 27 May 2002.

Is NG02 DXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for NG02 DXZ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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