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AD02 FZT

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

141,217 mi
Last recorded141,217 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2015
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD02 FZT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2015 141,217 miles

centre exhaust mounting bracket broken

Fail 4 Jun 2015 140,970 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

centre exhaust mounting bracket broken

Pass 21 Jun 2014 129,643 miles

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

engine management warning light is on

Pass 22 Jun 2013 118,151 miles

engine management warning light is on

Pass 30 Jun 2012 105,182 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 2 Jul 2011 91,153 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 79,119 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 71,388 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 64,126 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2007 56,336 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 31 May 2006 44,581 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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AD02 FZT is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 AD02 FZT, 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.

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What year was AD02 FZT registered?

AD02 FZT is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 25 June 2002.

Is AD02 FZT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD02 FZT shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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