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OE02 FYZ

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2023
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

74,965 mi
Last recorded74,965 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2022
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE02 FYZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2022 74,965 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2022 74,965 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Pass 16 Mar 2021 74,798 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

advise front brake discs corroded

advise front wipers worn

advise headlamp lens deteriorated

advise oil leak around gearbox area

advise rear coil springs corroded

Pass 25 Mar 2020 74,681 miles

advise both rear tyres wearing uneven

advise headlamp lens deteriorated

advise n/s and o/s front anti-roll bar mounting bushes worn

Fail 25 Mar 2020 74,681 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

advise both rear tyres wearing uneven

advise headlamp lens deteriorated

advise n/s and o/s front anti-roll bar mounting bushes worn

Pass 29 Mar 2019 73,091 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both on limit (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 16 Mar 2018 71,660 miles

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Fail 14 Mar 2018 71,638 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Mar 2017 69,914 miles

rear suspension coil springs corroded

Pass 17 Mar 2016 67,359 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 66,293 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 64,338 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2014 64,338 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 21 Mar 2013 62,621 miles

osf door loose.

Pass 23 Mar 2012 58,974 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 54,941 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 52,233 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 29 Apr 2009 46,345 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 40,447 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 34,215 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 27,970 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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OE02 FYZ is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 OE02 FYZ, 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 OE02 FYZ registered?

OE02 FYZ is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 10 July 2002.

Is OE02 FYZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for OE02 FYZ shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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