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RX51 TVO

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2021
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

149,502 mi
Last recorded149,502 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2020
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX51 TVO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2020 149,502 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 2 Oct 2020 149,502 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2019 133,211 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2019 133,211 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 6 Apr 2018 122,724 miles

Both front tyre's have slight damage to tread.

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output condensated (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 6 Apr 2017 108,444 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 99,536 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 88,734 miles

rear brake discs corroding

Fail 7 Mar 2015 88,734 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

rear brake discs corroding

Fail 9 Nov 2013 82,478 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 9 Nov 2013 82,478 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 29 Nov 2012 77,270 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 73,419 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 68,866 miles

ALL BRAKE DISCS WORN = CHECK MINIMUM THICKNESS

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

Fail 16 Nov 2010 68,866 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

ALL BRAKE DISCS WORN = CHECK MINIMUM THICKNESS

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

Pass 20 Nov 2009 61,535 miles

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

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

both rear tyres perishing

Pass 11 Nov 2008 53,725 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 49,809 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 42,964 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2007 42,964 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Mar 2006 36,299 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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RX51 TVO is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 RX51 TVO, 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 RX51 TVO registered?

RX51 TVO is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 February 2002.

Is RX51 TVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX51 TVO shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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