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YL02 BTL

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2023
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

33,466 mi
Last recorded33,466 miles
Recorded on31 May 2022
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL02 BTL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 May 2022 33,466 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres heavily cracked, replace asap (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

headlamp light intensity slightly reduced

Fail 31 May 2022 33,466 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres heavily cracked, replace asap (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

headlamp light intensity slightly reduced

Pass 14 Dec 2020 33,455 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 33,397 miles

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2018 33,306 miles

Centre exhaust heat shield adrift

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front suspension arm rear bushes perished

Pass 14 Jun 2017 33,225 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2017 33,197 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 1 Jun 2016 33,067 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 32,997 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 31,693 miles

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

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

Pass 30 May 2013 27,607 miles

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

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

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

Fail 30 May 2013 27,607 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 31 May 2012 23,699 miles

center stop light not working

traction light on

Pass 13 May 2011 19,291 miles

center stop light not working

traction light on on dash

Pass 21 May 2010 14,727 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 10,339 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 7,853 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 6,412 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 5,158 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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YL02 BTL is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 YL02 BTL, 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 YL02 BTL registered?

YL02 BTL is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 24 May 2002.

Is YL02 BTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL02 BTL shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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