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OE02 UDT

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

45,397 mi
Last recorded45,397 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE02 UDT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 45,397 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside front suspension, lower arm, rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lift in top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Offside front suspension, lower arm, rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lift in top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Nov 2025 45,397 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 205/16/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside front suspension, lower arm, rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lift in top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Offside front suspension, lower arm, rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lift in top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2024 41,977 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))

plastic covers under vehicle obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Nov 2023 38,038 miles

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

Fail 10 Nov 2023 38,036 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear part of inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 1 Oct 2022 33,458 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2021 28,640 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Sep 2020 27,290 miles

Nearside Rear 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))

plastic covers under vehicle obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Oct 2019 22,893 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 15,008 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2017 14,239 miles

Central exhaust mount broken

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 23 Oct 2017 14,239 miles

Central exhaust mount broken

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Jul 2014 13,960 miles

center exhaust bracket broken

Pass 18 Jul 2013 13,133 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 11 Jul 2012 12,052 miles

Nearside Outer Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Pass 4 Jul 2011 10,938 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 9,888 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 8,813 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 7,655 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 6,441 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 5,181 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 UDT is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 OE02 UDT, 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 UDT registered?

OE02 UDT is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 August 2002.

Is OE02 UDT safe to buy?

The MOT history for OE02 UDT shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OE02 UDT have outstanding finance?

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