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YG02 MVT

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2019
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

114,879 mi
Last recorded114,879 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2018
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG02 MVT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2018 114,879 miles

Coil spring corroded rear coil springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2017 105,782 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 99,777 miles

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

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)

Fail 4 Nov 2016 99,777 miles

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

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2015 95,249 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 89,822 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 84,813 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2013 84,795 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Fail 8 Oct 2012 77,043 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Oct 2012 77,043 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2011 67,698 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2010 57,565 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 25 Oct 2010 57,565 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 57,564 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 57,040 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 48,989 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 39,744 miles

Front number plate cracked,

Front screen lightly scratched.

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 6 Jun 2008 39,744 miles

Front number plate cracked,

Front screen lightly scratched.

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivots or their associated mountings are insecure (3.1.4b)

Pass 29 May 2007 37,235 miles
Fail 25 May 2007 37,234 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2006 32,437 miles

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

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

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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YG02 MVT is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,984cc 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 YG02 MVT, 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 YG02 MVT registered?

YG02 MVT is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 10 May 2002.

Is YG02 MVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG02 MVT 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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