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RJ02 OKS

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

117,362 mi
Last recorded117,362 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2019
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ02 OKS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2019 117,362 miles

front and rear number plates dull

Pass 27 Nov 2017 117,062 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 113,948 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2015 103,898 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

chip to screen

offside front tyres worn low

Pass 2 Mar 2015 103,898 miles

chip to screen

offside front tyres worn low

Pass 14 Feb 2014 96,167 miles

both front tyres worn low

both rear brakes binding on slightly

both rear tyres perishing

Pass 29 Jan 2013 86,903 miles

front discs corroded and worn

front number plate damaged

Fail 22 Jan 2013 86,705 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

engine light on

exhaust noisy

front discs corroded and worn

front number plate damaged

Pass 7 Feb 2012 77,564 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 10 Feb 2011 67,005 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 57,341 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2009 50,178 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 45,048 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 39,048 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 33,205 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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RJ02 OKS is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 RJ02 OKS, 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 RJ02 OKS registered?

RJ02 OKS is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 16 May 2002.

Is RJ02 OKS safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ02 OKS shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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