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RL02 FPG

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

103,334 mi
Last recorded103,334 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2016
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRL02 FPG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2016 103,334 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 8 Jan 2016 103,334 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Jan 2015 99,709 miles

Oil leak

Pass 4 Jan 2014 89,944 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2013 79,394 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2012 66,762 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 10 Feb 2011 60,880 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 55,392 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 47,911 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2007 40,666 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 19 Dec 2007 40,666 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Oct 2006 32,002 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 27 Oct 2006 32,002 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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RL02 FPG is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 RL02 FPG, 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 RL02 FPG registered?

RL02 FPG is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 11 July 2002.

Is RL02 FPG safe to buy?

The MOT history for RL02 FPG shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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