MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
101,393 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Electronic stability control switch not functioning correctly (7.12 (d))
Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired both outer sills at rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
Service brake binding but not excessively both rear (1.2.1 (f))
Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
brake pad light on
management light on
Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
brake pad light on
management light on
Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
engine management light on
Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
Nearside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
Offside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
How Reliable is the Volkswagen Beetle?
Based on 1,719,137 MOT tests across 112,454 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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SB02 JWE is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.
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 SB02 JWE, 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 SB02 JWE registered?
SB02 JWE is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 21 June 2002.
Is SB02 JWE safe to buy?
The MOT history for SB02 JWE shows 22 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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