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YL02 VCN

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2020
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

161,242 mi
Last recorded161,242 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2020
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL02 VCN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Fail 10 Aug 2020 161,242 miles

Front Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak pipe (8.2.1.1 (b))

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

axle bushes perished recommend replacement

oil leak

Pass 14 Aug 2019 160,134 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Aug 2018 155,811 miles

both front tyres worn on inside and outside edges

seats folded down in rear

Fail 13 Aug 2018 155,762 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

both front tyres worn on inside and outside edges

seats folded down in rear

Pass 7 Aug 2017 150,756 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 2 Aug 2017 150,732 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Oil leak ()

Pass 26 Jul 2016 145,520 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Oil leak ()

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear x 2 (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 26 Jul 2016 145,520 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear x 2 (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Oil leak ()

Fail 18 Jul 2016 145,441 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Braking system leaking leaking between nearside rear hose and caliper (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed cut in tread (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both rear (3.6.B.4e)

Brake pipe slightly corroded Both front to rear pipes (3.6.B.2c)

Centre brake light not working

Oil leak ()

Rear tyres worn

Nearside Track rod end loose lock nut loose (2.2.B.1d)

Pass 7 Jul 2015 137,903 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 126,402 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 114,813 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2013 114,813 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 24 Jul 2012 102,675 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2012 102,675 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Jul 2011 90,797 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Oil leak

wipers smearing in places

Fail 27 Jul 2011 90,797 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Oil leak

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

wipers smearing in places

Pass 29 Jul 2010 79,966 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2009 77,531 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 74,502 miles

n/s/f cill damaged pass and advise

Pass 30 Jul 2007 70,181 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 53,624 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

brake pad worning light on

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 VCN is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VCN, 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 VCN registered?

YL02 VCN is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 26 July 2002.

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The MOT history for YL02 VCN shows 22 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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