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BN52 YEU

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

128,002 mi
Last recorded128,002 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2019
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2019 128,002 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn x2 (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

front strut top mount(s) have slight play/lift

Pass 22 Oct 2018 120,464 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Oct 2018 120,464 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2017 113,631 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

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

Fail 24 Aug 2017 113,631 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 11 Aug 2016 108,691 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 21 Aug 2015 105,845 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 8 Aug 2014 103,567 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

front brake pads starting to wear low

Pass 6 Aug 2013 100,609 miles

slight play to offside & nearside front anti roll bar D bushes

Pass 13 Aug 2012 96,267 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2012 96,267 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 15 Aug 2011 84,154 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

o/s/r tyre low

unable to check o/s/r + centre seat belts due to baby seat

Pass 15 Aug 2011 84,154 miles

o/s/r tyre low

unable to check o/s/r + centre seat belts due to baby seat

Pass 27 Aug 2010 74,056 miles

exhaust hangers corroded

rear tyres uneven tread

unable to fully check rear seat belts due to child seat fitted

Pass 14 Sep 2009 66,523 miles

rear number plate slightly delaminating

Pass 27 Sep 2008 56,552 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 43,572 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2006 33,747 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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BN52 YEU is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 BN52 YEU, 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 YEU registered?

BN52 YEU is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 25 September 2002.

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