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SC02 OLV

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2024
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

145,943 mi
Last recorded145,943 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2023
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC02 OLV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2023 145,943 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2023 145,918 miles

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

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2022 131,697 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2022 131,697 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Mar 2021 122,141 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 113,906 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 Mar 2019 107,110 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 104,598 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 102,158 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 99,769 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015
Pass 1 Apr 2014 95,049 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2013 92,572 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012
Pass 19 Feb 2011 85,637 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2011 85,637 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Jan 2010 75,414 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 66,561 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2008 66,561 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Oct 2007 55,989 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 47,977 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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SC02 OLV is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 SC02 OLV, 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 SC02 OLV registered?

SC02 OLV is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 July 2002.

Is SC02 OLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SC02 OLV shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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