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X3 MGD

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 2324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

119,749 mi
Last recorded119,749 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2016
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX3 MGD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,324cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2016 119,749 miles

front brake pads and discs wearing

Fail 2 Jul 2014 111,968 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 2 Jul 2014 111,968 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2012 99,937 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2011 89,815 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 5 Nov 2011 89,815 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 1 Nov 2010 83,127 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 69,356 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

car hase orange running lights

Pass 6 May 2008 58,570 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Apr 2007 55,353 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2007 55,353 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 27 May 2006 47,593 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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X3 MGD is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 2,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 X3 MGD, 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 X3 MGD registered?

X3 MGD is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 8 April 2002.

Is X3 MGD safe to buy?

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