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AU52 ECJ

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2023
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

139,773 mi
Last recorded139,773 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2022
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU52 ECJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2022 139,773 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2021 138,198 miles
Pass 22 May 2020 130,386 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 121,578 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 113,856 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 106,118 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2012 97,796 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

n.s.rear brake has slight bind

Fail 5 Nov 2012 97,759 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

n.s.rear brake has slight bind

Pass 17 Nov 2011 87,254 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 16 Nov 2010 74,692 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 116,360 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 72,294 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2008 68,140 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 60,435 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 14 Sep 2006 53,422 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2005 46,585 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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AU52 ECJ is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 AU52 ECJ, 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 AU52 ECJ registered?

AU52 ECJ is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 25 September 2002.

Is AU52 ECJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU52 ECJ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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