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NM02 BLX

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2016
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

68,828 mi
Last recorded68,828 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2015
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNM02 BLX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2015 68,828 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 31 Oct 2014 62,393 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both rear tyres are slightly perished

Pass 26 Nov 2013 54,311 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 23 Nov 2012 50,598 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

tested wet

Pass 28 Nov 2011 45,884 miles

rear coil springs corroded

Pass 29 Nov 2010 42,100 miles

slight movement starting in os and ns front top shock mountings

Pass 27 Nov 2009 37,820 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2008 33,441 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 33,396 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 28,475 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2007 28,475 miles

Inner Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Centre exhuast mount broken

Front pads should also be replaced with discs

Pass 10 Mar 2006 22,247 miles

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

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

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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NM02 BLX is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 NM02 BLX, 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 NM02 BLX registered?

NM02 BLX is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 21 March 2002.

Is NM02 BLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for NM02 BLX shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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