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NU02 UGL

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2013
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

108,101 mi
Last recorded108,101 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2012
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU02 UGL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2012 108,101 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 11 Dec 2012 108,101 miles

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

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 16 Dec 2011 101,955 miles

Both rear brake discs showing haevy corrosion.

Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 16 Dec 2011 101,955 miles

Both rear brake discs showing haevy corrosion.

Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 13 Dec 2010 95,716 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 86,503 miles

Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Trailing arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 17 Dec 2009 86,503 miles

Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Trailing arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Sep 2009 86,062 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

both rear tyres slightly perished.

engine warning light on.

Pass 18 Nov 2008 77,396 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2007 66,963 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2007 66,962 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 4 Oct 2006 54,795 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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NU02 UGL is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NU02 UGL, 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 NU02 UGL registered?

NU02 UGL is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 June 2002.

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