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RE02 PWU

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

61,846 mi
Last recorded61,846 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE02 PWU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 61,846 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2026 61,846 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Mar 2025 61,607 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2024 61,094 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2023 60,341 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2023 60,341 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Feb 2022 59,351 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Feb 2021 58,231 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 57,345 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2020 57,345 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Feb 2019 53,700 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2018 51,144 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 48,230 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 46,042 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2015 42,857 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 40,896 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2013 38,970 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2012 36,873 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 34,816 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 32,936 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2009 30,680 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 28,023 miles

accident damage o/s/f wing

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

front and rear pads wearing low

Pass 5 Mar 2007 24,873 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 21,040 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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RE02 PWU is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 RE02 PWU, 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 RE02 PWU registered?

RE02 PWU is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 27 March 2002.

Is RE02 PWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE02 PWU shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RE02 PWU have outstanding finance?

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