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SE02 TFJ

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

108,334 mi
Last recorded108,334 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2015
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSE02 TFJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2015 108,334 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 8 Apr 2014 102,733 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2014 103,733 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

traction esp light on dash

Pass 9 Mar 2013 95,310 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 28 Mar 2012 83,311 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 81,197 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2011 81,197 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2010 75,473 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 68,157 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 62,411 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 57,128 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Mar 2006 48,148 miles

Front 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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SE02 TFJ is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SE02 TFJ, 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 SE02 TFJ registered?

SE02 TFJ is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 22 March 2002.

Is SE02 TFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SE02 TFJ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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