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BP51 XPW

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

38,861 mi
Last recorded38,861 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP51 XPW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 38,861 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened top mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Fail 11 Dec 2025 38,861 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened top mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 13 Dec 2024 38,387 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 13 Dec 2024 38,386 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2023 37,822 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2022 37,221 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2021 36,407 miles

Rear tyres low on tread on outer parts of tyres

Pass 14 Dec 2020 35,539 miles

Rear tyres wearing low on tread on outer parts of tyres

Pass 16 Dec 2019 35,097 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2018 34,404 miles

Offside Rear tyre wearing low on tread

Fail 14 Dec 2018 34,400 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner part (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front brake discs in poor condition

Nearside Front suspention arm ball joint has slight movement

Nearside Front tyre worn to limit and wearing heavily on inner edge

Offside Rear tyre wearing low on tread

all rear metal brake pipes corroded slightly no leaks at time of test

Pass 13 Dec 2017 33,766 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Dec 2016 32,899 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 15 Dec 2015 32,075 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 31,197 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Dec 2013 30,289 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)

Pass 11 Dec 2012 29,136 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2011 27,959 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 26,659 miles

rear number plate slightly faded

Pass 14 Dec 2009 25,614 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2008 23,837 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2007 20,719 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2006 17,743 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2005 14,354 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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BP51 XPW is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 BP51 XPW, 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 BP51 XPW registered?

BP51 XPW is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 23 January 2002.

Is BP51 XPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BP51 XPW shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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