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CN52 TLY

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

98,430 mi
Last recorded98,430 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2013
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCN52 TLY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2013 98,430 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2012 90,050 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2012 90,050 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 31 Oct 2011 80,921 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 73,094 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2010 73,094 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 29 Sep 2009 67,686 miles

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

n/s mirror damaged an coverd with tape but interior mirror and drivers mirror, accident damage to n/s

Pass 22 Aug 2008 57,164 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 52,611 miles

rear brakes binding slightly

Pass 11 Oct 2006 50,167 miles

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

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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CN52 TLY is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 CN52 TLY, 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 CN52 TLY registered?

CN52 TLY is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is CN52 TLY safe to buy?

The MOT history for CN52 TLY shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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