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WU02 UOW

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2021
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

123,196 mi
Last recorded123,196 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2020
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU02 UOW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2020 123,196 miles

Nearside Front Upper strut slight played

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources intermittent (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill surface corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Upper strut slight played

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill closure surface corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 23 Dec 2020 123,196 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Upper strut slight played

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources intermittent (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill surface corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Upper strut slight played

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill closure surface corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 18 Dec 2019 115,654 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2019 115,654 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 19 Apr 2019 113,963 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2019 113,963 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 25 May 2018 109,118 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Apr 2017 102,213 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 92,562 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 81,766 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 75,354 miles

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

Passangers seatbelt stalk cover/casing missing

Fail 1 Mar 2014 75,354 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

O/S/R brakke disc is pink in colour

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

Passangers seatbelt stalk cover/casing missing

Pass 29 Mar 2013 65,090 miles

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

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)

engine oil level low

front wipers in poor condition

Pass 28 Mar 2012 56,368 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 29 Mar 2011 52,134 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

all brake discs lightly corroded

Pass 14 Jan 2010 49,850 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2009 47,796 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2007 43,682 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2007 43,682 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2006 39,040 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2006 39,022 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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WU02 UOW is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 WU02 UOW, 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.

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What year was WU02 UOW registered?

WU02 UOW is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 11 March 2002.

Is WU02 UOW safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU02 UOW shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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