The road tax status for YJ02 SBD is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for YJ02 SBD?

The MOT for YJ02 SBD is valid and due for renewal on or before 5 April 2026.

What is the recorded mileage of YJ02 SBD?

The recorded mileage for YJ02 SBD is 118,341 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is YJ02 SBD ULEZ compliant?

No, YJ02 SBD does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

2002 Volkswagen Beetle Diesel · YJ02 SBD

YJ02 SBD

2002 Volkswagen Beetle (diesel). First registered 14/08/2002. Recorded mileage 118,341 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE
Year / Origin: 2002 · Leeds
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 05/04/2026
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 118,341 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Valid until 05/04/2026

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Mileage: 118,341 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 2002
Engine: ---

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YJ02 SBD Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 07/04/2025
118,341 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Recurring lighting items (5 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Below Average

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

! Tax Status Unknown

! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

! Older vehicle

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YJ02 SBD Mileage History

08/02/2023115,374 mi
29/02/2024117,592 mi+2,218 mi
08/03/2024117,603 mi+11 mi
05/03/2025118,321 mi+718 mi
07/04/2025118,341 mi+20 mi

Average of roughly 1,374 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

YJ02 SBD MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 10 Sept 2026, 04:03

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Volkswagen Beetle (YJ02 SBD) between February 2023 and April 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 07 April 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (5 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Steering (3 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 4 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Power steering component leaking outer joint (2.1.5 (a))”; “Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g)”; “Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) ”.

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