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BN52 OYO

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

61,037 mi
Last recorded61,037 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2021
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN52 OYO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2021 61,037 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Jan 2021 61,035 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Engine management light indicates fault

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective Fogged (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jan 2020 57,001 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin rear brake pads low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres just on limits (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 30 Jan 2020 57,001 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin rear brake pads low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres just on limits (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both fronts (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Jan 2019 54,820 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front brake pads getting low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres getting low inner and outer tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Aug 2017 51,818 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 47,630 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2015 45,060 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

centre and rear exhaust mounting brackets deteriorated

nearside front wheel trim missing

Pass 25 Feb 2015 45,060 miles

centre and rear exhaust mounting brackets deteriorated

nearside front wheel trim missing

Pass 1 Nov 2013 43,602 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 41,919 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 39,919 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 35,539 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2009 31,472 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2008 26,214 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 22,129 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 18,685 miles

n/s and o/s rear brakes binding slighty

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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BN52 OYO is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 BN52 OYO, 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 BN52 OYO registered?

BN52 OYO is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 6 September 2002.

Is BN52 OYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN52 OYO shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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