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RO02 OPL

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

46,783 mi
Last recorded46,783 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO02 OPL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 46,783 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2025 45,028 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2024 44,878 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 44,794 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Apr 2023 44,794 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Apr 2022 44,472 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 43,209 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Mar 2020 42,519 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Apr 2019 39,855 miles

Nearside Front mcpherson strut has slight movement in its upper attachment

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 3 Apr 2019 39,855 miles

Nearside Front mcpherson strut has slight movement in its upper attachment

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 3 Apr 2018 38,584 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 13 Mar 2017 37,424 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Pass 4 Apr 2016 36,052 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 34,726 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 33,754 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2013 32,588 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 31,368 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 29,905 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2011 29,905 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 31 Mar 2010 28,101 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2009 25,285 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Mar 2009 25,285 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 22,636 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 19,805 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 17,166 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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RO02 OPL is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 RO02 OPL, 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 RO02 OPL registered?

RO02 OPL is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 16 April 2002.

Is RO02 OPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO02 OPL shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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