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CP52 GFG

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2017
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

128,811 mi
Last recorded128,811 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2016
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP52 GFG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2016 128,811 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 2 Jul 2015 122,514 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2015 122,514 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Jul 2014 115,149 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2013 109,062 miles

EML on dash

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

Pass 30 Oct 2012 100,111 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2011 93,825 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 28 Oct 2010 83,232 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 66,237 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 54,794 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 40,941 miles

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

Fail 31 Oct 2007 40,941 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Oct 2006 26,263 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2005 22,004 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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CP52 GFG is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 CP52 GFG, 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 CP52 GFG registered?

CP52 GFG is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 23 December 2002.

Is CP52 GFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP52 GFG shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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