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VU02 HRL

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

162,951 mi
Last recorded162,951 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU02 HRL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 162,951 miles

Offside Outer Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Outer Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2024 161,647 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened light corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases slightly blowing (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 4 Jun 2024 161,629 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft damaged but serviceable cv boot split (6.1.7 (e))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened light corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases slightly blowing (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Apr 2023 159,493 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2022 152,983 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2022 152,835 miles

Front Sub-frame has an unsafe modification (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Apr 2021 146,021 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2021 146,019 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Inner dge (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Inner edge (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Mar 2020 144,132 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both front rack ends

Pass 20 Mar 2019 139,952 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 17 Mar 2018 133,876 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 11 Mar 2017 125,611 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2017 125,611 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 12 Mar 2016 116,873 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 110,043 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 103,210 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 97,140 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 90,702 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 85,572 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 79,627 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 70,620 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2007 63,250 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 54,142 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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VU02 HRL is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 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 VU02 HRL, 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 VU02 HRL registered?

VU02 HRL is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 6 April 2002.

Is VU02 HRL safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU02 HRL shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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