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PN02 TGX

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

93,396 mi
Last recorded93,396 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2018
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN02 TGX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2018 93,396 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 88,806 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 87,468 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside front tyre near legal limit

Fail 11 Mar 2016 87,448 miles

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Outersill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside front tyre near legal limit

Pass 24 Feb 2015 85,115 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2014 82,789 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2013 78,728 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Feb 2013 78,728 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 72,599 miles

engine management light on

epc light on

Pass 4 Mar 2011 65,864 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 57,779 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 49,811 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 37,733 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 29,413 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2006 29,412 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

205/55/16 alloy wheels fitted

front number plate cracked

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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PN02 TGX is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 PN02 TGX, 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 PN02 TGX registered?

PN02 TGX is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is PN02 TGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for PN02 TGX shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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