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PE02 WLV

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

66,025 mi
Last recorded66,025 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2015
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE02 WLV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Fail 24 Mar 2015 66,025 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2015 66,025 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 59,177 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 57,661 miles

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

centre exhaust bracket broken, requires re-welding.

engine management light illuminated.

Pass 1 May 2012 54,955 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 53,456 miles

front n/s and o/s brake discs scored on inside

Pass 28 Apr 2010 51,655 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 49,785 miles

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 29 Apr 2008 46,877 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2007 41,029 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 33,671 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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PE02 WLV is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 PE02 WLV, 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 PE02 WLV registered?

PE02 WLV is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 27 March 2002.

Is PE02 WLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for PE02 WLV shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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