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RN02 UBX

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

49,195 mi
Last recorded49,195 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2017
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRN02 UBX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2017 49,195 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2017 49,195 miles

Nearside Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Sub-frame severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

Offside Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 6 Jul 2017 49,162 miles

Front Sub-frame severely distorted Both side (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 2 Jul 2016 47,341 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 46,142 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2015 46,141 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2014 43,955 miles

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)

Pass 30 Jul 2013 42,042 miles

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

cut in o\s\f tyre sidewall not showing cord

Fail 30 Jul 2013 42,042 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

cut in o\s\f tyre sidewall not showing cord

Pass 20 Aug 2012 40,504 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2012 40,504 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 11 Aug 2011 38,810 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 367,788 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2010 36,775 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 19 Aug 2009 34,723 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 5 Aug 2008 32,870 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 32,164 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 29,700 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 UBX is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 UBX, 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 UBX registered?

RN02 UBX is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 28 June 2002.

Is RN02 UBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RN02 UBX shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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