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RAU 908M

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

15,882 mi
Last recorded15,882 miles
Recorded on18 May 2016
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRAU 908M
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2016 15,882 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 8 Apr 2015 15,375 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

o/s/r hub seal leaking

Pass 22 Aug 2013 14,935 miles

o/s/r hub seal weaping

Pass 1 Aug 2012 13,627 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 12,617 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2011 12,617 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Jul 2010 11,533 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 8,940 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 6,286 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 3,786 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2007 3,786 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 Jul 2006 98,541 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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RAU 908M is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 RAU 908M, 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 RAU 908M registered?

RAU 908M is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 19 February 2002.

Is RAU 908M safe to buy?

The MOT history for RAU 908M shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RAU 908M have outstanding finance?

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