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NJ02 VXG

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

87,866 mi
Last recorded87,866 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2019
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ02 VXG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2019 87,866 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Apr 2018 85,420 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 5 Apr 2017 82,980 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 78,451 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2016 78,451 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Mar 2015 73,621 miles

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

nearside front tyre some cracking.

screw in nearside rear tyre.

wipers slighty noisey and split.but still clearing.

Fail 30 Mar 2015 73,621 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

nearside front tyre some cracking.

screw in nearside rear tyre.

wipers slighty noisey and split.but still clearing.

Fail 26 Mar 2014 69,090 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Mar 2014 69,090 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 63,254 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 55,653 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2012 55,653 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Mar 2011 48,493 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 44,977 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2010 44,977 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2009 40,899 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2008 36,933 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 29,578 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2006 25,140 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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NJ02 VXG is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 NJ02 VXG, 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

How do I check the history of NJ02 VXG?

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What year was NJ02 VXG registered?

NJ02 VXG is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 27 March 2002.

Is NJ02 VXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJ02 VXG shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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