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OY02 NZM

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

90,695 mi
Last recorded90,695 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2016
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY02 NZM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2016 90,695 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2014 90,465 miles

bearing noise from behind cam belt cover

Fail 4 Jul 2013 90,336 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2013 90,336 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 88,986 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 87,640 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 20 May 2011 87,640 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 30 Apr 2010 85,514 miles

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

Fail 30 Apr 2010 85,514 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 May 2009 83,948 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2009 81,321 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2008 71,969 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 147,410 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2006 147,401 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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OY02 NZM is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 OY02 NZM, 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 OY02 NZM registered?

OY02 NZM is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 8 April 2002.

Is OY02 NZM safe to buy?

The MOT history for OY02 NZM shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OY02 NZM have outstanding finance?

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