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YF02 UOM

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

155,247 mi
Last recorded155,247 miles
Recorded on4 May 2016
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF02 UOM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 May 2016 155,247 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 150,019 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 144,929 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 139,267 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 132,674 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 9 May 2011 126,856 miles
Fail 9 May 2011 126,853 miles

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Jun 2010 113,452 miles

n/s wiper blade detioriated

rear number plate detioriated

Pass 24 Jun 2009 96,515 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2008 80,256 miles

rear number plate detioriated.

Fail 12 Jun 2008 80,256 miles

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

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

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

rear number plate detioriated.

Pass 28 Jun 2007 65,418 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 53,273 miles

front brake discs corroded , brake balance and efficiency ok

offside front tyre acute wear to inner edge, not yet exposing cords

oil leak on engine

slight water ingress to rear number plate

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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YF02 UOM is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 YF02 UOM, 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 YF02 UOM registered?

YF02 UOM is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 11 July 2002.

Is YF02 UOM safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF02 UOM shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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