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RN51 OBG

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

99,902 mi
Last recorded99,902 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2018
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRN51 OBG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2018 99,902 miles

Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 18 Oct 2018 99,902 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 18 Oct 2017 95,602 miles

Offside Front Outer Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 18 Oct 2017 95,586 miles

Central Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Outer Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 Oct 2016 91,987 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2015 88,051 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2014 82,731 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 77,612 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2013 77,612 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Sep 2012 72,628 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2011 68,583 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 65,055 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2010 65,055 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 May 2009 50,614 miles
Fail 8 May 2009 50,614 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

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

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

offside rear tyre perrished

Pass 12 May 2008 41,333 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 30,434 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 23,238 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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RN51 OBG is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 RN51 OBG, 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 RN51 OBG registered?

RN51 OBG is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 16 January 2002.

Is RN51 OBG safe to buy?

The MOT history for RN51 OBG shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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