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AO52 UFZ

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2020
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

92,788 mi
Last recorded92,788 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2019
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO52 UFZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2019 92,788 miles

Central exhaust connection clamp deteriorated

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Sep 2018 79,283 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 60,380 miles

unable to open the boot

Fail 6 Sep 2017 60,380 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

unable to open the boot

Fail 17 May 2017 59,296 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn smooth at the inside edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Nov 2016 55,395 miles

plastic covers fitted

Pass 15 Feb 2016 51,682 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 48,374 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Jul 2014 44,090 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 39,899 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 32,884 miles

exhaust centre mounting detached from pipe

Pass 4 Jul 2011 24,883 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Jun 2010 17,559 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 15,057 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 12,152 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 10,068 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 26 May 2006 5,201 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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AO52 UFZ is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 AO52 UFZ, 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 AO52 UFZ registered?

AO52 UFZ is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is AO52 UFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO52 UFZ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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