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YU02 FGP

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2023
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

91,257 mi
Last recorded91,257 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2022
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYU02 FGP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2022 91,257 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged slight out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing has a nail and cuts 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jan 2021 86,811 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2020 82,524 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jul 2018 76,463 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 74,714 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 72,855 miles

Rear Fluid suspension unit partially deflated o/s n/s (2.4.D.1a)

Fail 27 Jul 2016 72,855 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low o/s n/s (1.8)

Rear Fluid suspension unit partially deflated o/s n/s (2.4.D.1a)

Pass 22 Jul 2015 65,729 miles

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

engine light staying on

Pass 24 Jun 2014 59,473 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 50,274 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 42,614 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 35,396 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 32,913 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2010 32,913 miles

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

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

Pass 18 May 2009 29,114 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 25,166 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 21,723 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2007 21,678 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 8 Jun 2006 15,181 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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YU02 FGP is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,595cc 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 YU02 FGP, 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 YU02 FGP registered?

YU02 FGP is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 27 June 2002.

Is YU02 FGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for YU02 FGP 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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