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VU02 WMA

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

114,150 mi
Last recorded114,150 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2019
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU02 WMA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2019 114,150 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 114,143 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 112,146 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 110,177 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 106,690 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 99,301 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 95,092 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 89,881 miles

both rear coil springs corroded

Fail 13 Jun 2012 89,881 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

both rear coil springs corroded

Pass 2 Jun 2011 80,443 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 2 Jun 2010 72,370 miles

front number plat cracked

Pass 5 Jun 2009 63,561 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2009 63,561 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)

Pass 3 Jun 2008 53,808 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2008 53,808 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 6 Jun 2007 43,453 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 32,148 miles

Nearside Front 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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VU02 WMA is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 WMA, 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 WMA registered?

VU02 WMA is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 18 May 2002.

Is VU02 WMA safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU02 WMA shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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