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YW02 NDG

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2021
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

185,874 mi
Last recorded185,874 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2019
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYW02 NDG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2019 185,874 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 181,996 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 176,797 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 171,646 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 166,172 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 160,307 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 153,038 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 140,217 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 5 Sep 2012 140,217 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 2 Sep 2011 124,572 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2010 108,224 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 13 Sep 2010 108,224 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 93,311 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2008 80,927 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2008 80,927 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2007 66,248 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2006 52,259 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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YW02 NDG is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 YW02 NDG, 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 YW02 NDG registered?

YW02 NDG is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 21 March 2002.

Is YW02 NDG safe to buy?

The MOT history for YW02 NDG shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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