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YF51 OCG

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

88,265 mi
Last recorded88,265 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2017
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF51 OCG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2017 88,265 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 84,401 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 73,340 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2014 73,339 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Nearside Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 18 Dec 2013 71,350 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 13 Dec 2013 71,350 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 11 Jun 2013 68,729 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 67,331 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 63,992 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2010 61,401 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 58,973 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 56,815 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 55,780 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 43,064 miles

All four tyres getting on low side

Pass 20 Feb 2006 35,512 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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YF51 OCG is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 YF51 OCG, 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 YF51 OCG registered?

YF51 OCG is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 17 January 2002.

Is YF51 OCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF51 OCG shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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