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SG02 ERY

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

81,201 mi
Last recorded81,201 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2016
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG02 ERY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2016 81,201 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 74,797 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2014 70,645 miles

EML is on

Pass 12 Jul 2013 66,529 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2012 63,059 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 59,346 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2011 59,346 miles

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

N/S/R SEATBELT NOT CHECKED

O/S/R SEATBELT NOT CHECKED

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

Pass 13 Jul 2010 56,688 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 51,353 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 20 Feb 2008 49,104 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 45,530 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2006 36,299 miles

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)

Offside Rear 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.

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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SG02 ERY is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 SG02 ERY, 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 SG02 ERY registered?

SG02 ERY is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 19 April 2002.

Is SG02 ERY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG02 ERY shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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