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WM02 YEJ

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 2324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

127,433 mi
Last recorded127,433 miles
Recorded on31 May 2019
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM02 YEJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,324cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 May 2019 127,433 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 126,260 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 116,099 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2016 108,348 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 102,297 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2015 102,290 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

engine managem,ent on

Pass 8 Mar 2014 94,887 miles

eml on

Pass 9 Mar 2013 87,938 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)

n/s/r brake binding

n/s/r coil spring rusted

Pass 10 Mar 2012 82,106 miles

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

n/s/f tyre perished/cracking

Pass 5 Mar 2011 76,352 miles

slight play in both steering arms

Pass 12 Mar 2010 71,793 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 1 May 2009 65,956 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2008 59,218 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 15 Oct 2007 51,993 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 41,811 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2006 41,811 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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 YEJ is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 2,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 YEJ, 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 YEJ registered?

WM02 YEJ is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 2 August 2002.

Is WM02 YEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WM02 YEJ shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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