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RN02 NLA

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2021
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

69,494 mi
Last recorded69,494 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2020
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRN02 NLA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2020 69,494 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

both front headlamp lenses deteriating

Pass 7 Mar 2019 67,157 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 64,877 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2017 61,586 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 59,882 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2016 59,882 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 8 Mar 2015 56,678 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 54,814 miles

engine managment on

Pass 27 Feb 2013 50,708 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2012 48,053 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2011 46,368 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 15 Sep 2011 46,368 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 36,935 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2010 36,935 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 27 Aug 2009 28,611 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 19,844 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 10,851 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 8,187 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2005 4,922 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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RN02 NLA is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 RN02 NLA, 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 RN02 NLA registered?

RN02 NLA is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 August 2002.

Is RN02 NLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for RN02 NLA shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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