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A9 VWU

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2025
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

85,045 mi
Last recorded85,045 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2024
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA9 VWU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2024 85,045 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Oct 2022 82,051 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 81,448 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 75,276 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Nov 2017 70,409 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Main silencer box (7.1.2)

Exhaust system corroded

Fail 14 Nov 2017 70,409 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Main silencer box (7.1.2)

Exhaust system corroded

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)

registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)

Pass 30 Jan 2016 56,435 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2014 49,813 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 47,472 miles

brakes may require servising

near side front wheelbearing may begining to show signs of wear

Fail 21 Oct 2013 47,472 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

brakes may require servising

near side front wheelbearing may begining to show signs of wear

Pass 12 Jan 2012 40,698 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 38,415 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 18,301 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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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A9 VWU is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 A9 VWU, 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 A9 VWU registered?

A9 VWU is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 16 October 2002.

Is A9 VWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for A9 VWU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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