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SD02 MZT

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

61,249 mi
Last recorded61,249 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2014
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD02 MZT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2014 61,249 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2013 55,763 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 49,840 miles

rear brake discs corroded, advise to replace

Pass 7 May 2011 43,961 miles

rear brake discs pitted badly

Fail 16 Apr 2011 43,460 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Rear front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 21 Apr 2010 44,322 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 38,557 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 32,320 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2007 30,345 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 26,816 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2006 26,816 miles

Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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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SD02 MZT is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 SD02 MZT, 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 SD02 MZT registered?

SD02 MZT is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 30 April 2002.

Is SD02 MZT safe to buy?

The MOT history for SD02 MZT shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SD02 MZT have outstanding finance?

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