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RN02 OAX

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2017
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

115,409 mi
Last recorded115,409 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2016
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRN02 OAX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2016 115,409 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 25 Aug 2016 115,409 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 27 Aug 2015 110,216 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2015 110,206 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 28 Aug 2014 104,540 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 27 Aug 2013 99,144 miles

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

n/s/r tyre outer sidewall has slight kerb damage

Pass 31 May 2012 93,379 miles
Fail 17 May 2011 87,681 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

nail innearside rear tyre tread

Pass 17 May 2011 87,681 miles

nail innearside rear tyre tread

Pass 28 May 2010 82,780 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 74,368 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 22 May 2008 68,203 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2007 52,344 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 47,670 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2005 38,983 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 OAX is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 OAX, 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 RN02 OAX registered?

RN02 OAX is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 26 July 2002.

Is RN02 OAX safe to buy?

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