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VX02 EVB

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2021
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

96,584 mi
Last recorded96,584 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2020
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX02 EVB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2020 96,584 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

Pass 16 Sep 2019 91,017 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front suspension area is corroded.

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

Rear suspension area is corroded.

Pass 8 Sep 2018 89,052 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sub-frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2017 85,817 miles

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

Rear reflector obscured but not more than 50% (1.5.1b)

oil leak

Fail 4 Sep 2017 85,811 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Pass 3 Sep 2016 82,864 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 78,532 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2015 78,530 miles

Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment both side (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 8 Sep 2014 73,648 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 70,128 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 68,018 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 64,737 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 61,488 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 59,383 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2008 52,647 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2008 52,558 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2007 43,151 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2007 36,038 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2006 24,613 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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VX02 EVB is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 VX02 EVB, 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 VX02 EVB registered?

VX02 EVB is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is VX02 EVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX02 EVB shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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