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OV51 NRF

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

108,712 mi
Last recorded108,712 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2018
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV51 NRF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2018 108,712 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2018 108,712 miles

Offside Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both torn (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2017 101,886 miles

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

Fail 8 Jul 2017 101,886 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Jun 2016 94,061 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Jul 2015 86,897 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 81,038 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 78,119 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 73,189 miles

both front tyres inner edges worn

Pass 8 Jun 2011 67,371 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 61,384 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 55,054 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Mar 2008 49,465 miles

centre exhaust bracket has screw up clip securing it.

Pass 16 Mar 2007 46,420 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2006 39,126 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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OV51 NRF is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 OV51 NRF, 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 OV51 NRF registered?

OV51 NRF is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 21 February 2002.

Is OV51 NRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV51 NRF shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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