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RA02 YYP

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2025
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

173,044 mi
Last recorded173,044 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2024
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA02 YYP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2024 173,044 miles

Front Brake Hoses insecure not rubbing or chafing

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective lens cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front indicator reflector deteriorated

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective lens cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cuts to sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill crushed (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 11 Nov 2024 173,016 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Both front brake flexi pipes loose but not likely to touch moving parts

Both number plate lights has a low light output

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Directional indicator lens full of water

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2022 172,741 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2022 172,693 miles

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill corroded and hold (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 9 Jul 2022 172,454 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

nearside outer sill corroded (not within prescribed area)

Pass 9 Jul 2021 170,863 miles

Nearside Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2020 166,919 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 162,528 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 158,217 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 153,650 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 150,652 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 146,243 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 10 Nov 2014 146,243 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 20 Nov 2013 128,602 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 2 Nov 2013 127,705 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 Nov 2012 111,324 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 92,776 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 85,154 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2010 85,154 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 21 Nov 2009 76,578 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2009 76,578 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Dec 2008 64,249 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 57,202 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2007 53,076 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2007 41,805 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 28,630 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2005 23,731 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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RA02 YYP is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 RA02 YYP, 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 RA02 YYP registered?

RA02 YYP is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 11 June 2002.

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