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AF52 LYP

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2023
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

133,763 mi
Last recorded133,763 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2022
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2022 133,763 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2021 127,891 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

oil leak

slight exhaust blow from centre box

Pass 29 Jun 2020 122,492 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

both front wishbone, rear bushes worn resulting in slight movement.

both wiper blades deteriorated.

Pass 4 Jul 2019 118,371 miles

Nearside Front McPherson strut strut has slight play at upper attachment

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jun 2018 113,535 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 108,085 miles

Offside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 2 Jun 2016 101,321 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 24 May 2016 101,248 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 May 2015 91,782 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 84,653 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2013 84,652 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

engine light on

Pass 13 Nov 2012 80,195 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 74,866 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 69,619 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 66,242 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 59,222 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 50,980 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 38,569 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

O/S/R tyre wearing unevenly on inner edge

Pass 26 Oct 2005 25,659 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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 LYP is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 LYP, 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 LYP registered?

AF52 LYP is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 23 October 2002.

Is AF52 LYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF52 LYP shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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