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YM02 URT

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

60,236 mi
Last recorded60,236 miles
Recorded on16 May 2016
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM02 URT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 May 2016 60,236 miles
Fail 16 May 2016 60,236 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2015 58,111 miles

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 10 Jun 2014 54,712 miles

n/s/r tyre wearing close to legal limit

Fail 10 Jun 2014 54,712 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

n/s/r tyre wearing close to legal limit

Pass 11 Jun 2013 51,005 miles

Exhaust centre box bracket broken

Reverse light inop

Pass 7 Jun 2012 46,985 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 43,140 miles

Front Anti-roll bar worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 10 Jun 2010 39,566 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 36,775 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2009 36,775 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 10 Jun 2008 32,813 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 28,954 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2006 24,962 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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YM02 URT is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 YM02 URT, 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 YM02 URT registered?

YM02 URT is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 14 August 2002.

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The MOT history for YM02 URT shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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