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VW02 GLO

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

43,945 mi
Last recorded43,945 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2019
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVW02 GLO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2019 43,945 miles

Central exhaust mount broken

Pass 10 Apr 2018 43,138 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2018 43,138 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 May 2017 41,309 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2017 41,298 miles

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Pass 8 Apr 2016 40,508 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 39,584 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 37,841 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 36,505 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 32,926 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 29,662 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2011 29,662 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 4 May 2010 25,993 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Fail 25 Apr 2009 21,987 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Apr 2009 21,987 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 17,720 miles

front tyres

Pass 23 Apr 2007 14,147 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 11,456 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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VW02 GLO is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 VW02 GLO, 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 VW02 GLO registered?

VW02 GLO is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 10 May 2002.

Is VW02 GLO safe to buy?

The MOT history for VW02 GLO shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VW02 GLO have outstanding finance?

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