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YN02 RRX

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

131,288 mi
Last recorded131,288 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2017
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN02 RRX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2017 131,288 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Mar 2017 131,284 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2016 115,961 miles

n/s rear tyre worn on inner edge

oil leak

Fail 25 Feb 2016 115,961 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

n/s rear tyre worn on inner edge

oil leak

Pass 2 Mar 2015 103,115 miles

Oil leak

front brake discs worn

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 25 Feb 2015 102,964 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2014 89,873 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 85,455 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2012 78,328 miles

Both front brake discs slightly corroded and pitted

Centre exhaust bracket deteriorated but the system is secure

Engine management warning lamp illuminating at all times on the instrument panel

Pass 19 Jan 2011 71,439 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2011 71,439 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 25 Nov 2009 66,946 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 63,572 miles

both rear tyres mishaping on tread

Pass 8 Mar 2008 59,222 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 53,240 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2006 43,501 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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YN02 RRX is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YN02 RRX, 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 YN02 RRX registered?

YN02 RRX is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 15 March 2002.

Is YN02 RRX safe to buy?

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