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WM02 WGZ

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

153,861 mi
Last recorded153,861 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2019
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM02 WGZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2019 153,861 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 149,391 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2018 149,248 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 127,101 miles

n/s front has play in inner steering joint

Pass 27 Nov 2013 116,586 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 17 Jul 2012 107,744 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 100,504 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2011 100,504 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Steering rack deformed and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

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

Pass 4 Aug 2010 92,621 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

stearing rack has play

Fail 4 Aug 2010 92,621 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

stearing rack has play

Pass 11 Aug 2009 81,929 miles

advisorys attatched

Pass 11 Aug 2008 70,113 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 57,751 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 4 Aug 2006 44,958 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2005 28,854 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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WM02 WGZ is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 WM02 WGZ, 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 WM02 WGZ registered?

WM02 WGZ is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 7 August 2002.

Is WM02 WGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WM02 WGZ shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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