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AF52 LXR

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

59,645 mi
Last recorded59,645 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF52 LXR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 59,645 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2026 59,645 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Apr 2025 57,976 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2024 55,441 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2023 52,323 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2023 52,323 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Apr 2022 48,408 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 48,161 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2020 47,957 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 47,560 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 46,978 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 46,226 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2016 45,346 miles

Rear brake pads appear to be getting low, requires wheels off to confirm

Pass 8 Apr 2015 44,385 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 43,321 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 42,011 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 40,439 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 37,590 miles

Nearside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 4 Apr 2011 37,590 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 24 Mar 2010 34,438 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 30,735 miles

Both registration plates showing signs of deterioration/delaminating

Pass 8 Apr 2008 26,280 miles

Rear registration plate starting to deteriorate

Pass 20 Apr 2007 20,900 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2005 12,348 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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AF52 LXR is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 AF52 LXR, 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 AF52 LXR registered?

AF52 LXR is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 27 November 2002.

Is AF52 LXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF52 LXR shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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