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YS02 XAM

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

116,777 mi
Last recorded116,777 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2019
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS02 XAM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2019 116,777 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 110,932 miles

center exhaust bracket broken exhaust secure at time of test

Fail 2 Jun 2018 110,776 miles

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

center exhaust bracket broken exhaust secure at time of test

Pass 26 May 2017 100,796 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 31 May 2016 94,645 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nail in nearside rear tyre

nearside front tyre slightly low on tread

Pass 22 May 2015 88,415 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 May 2014 69,964 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 May 2013 82,084 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 77,809 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 72,256 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 66,358 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 60,673 miles
Fail 28 May 2009 60,673 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Jun 2008 56,649 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 50,670 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 43,867 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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YS02 XAM is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 YS02 XAM, 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 YS02 XAM registered?

YS02 XAM is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 19 June 2002.

Is YS02 XAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for YS02 XAM shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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