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WW02 BUG

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

112,573 mi
Last recorded112,573 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2019
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWW02 BUG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2019 112,573 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 103,560 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 94,751 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 87,290 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 81,511 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 74,151 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 13 May 2013 65,200 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 3 May 2012 60,253 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 55,649 miles

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

Nearside rear tyre cut in tread

Pass 11 May 2010 50,656 miles

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

Fail 11 May 2010 50,646 miles

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

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 7 May 2009 45,088 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 14 Apr 2008 39,001 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2008 39,001 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Pass 27 Apr 2007 3,602 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 28,064 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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WW02 BUG is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,595cc 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 WW02 BUG, 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 WW02 BUG registered?

WW02 BUG is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 25 April 2002.

Is WW02 BUG safe to buy?

The MOT history for WW02 BUG 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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