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CU52 HKH

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2020
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

80,851 mi
Last recorded80,851 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2019
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU52 HKH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2019 80,851 miles

Front Coil spring mounting damaged but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 17 Oct 2018 76,981 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 17 Oct 2018 76,981 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 19 Oct 2017 74,374 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 71,232 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (2.7.3)

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

Pass 2 Sep 2015 64,730 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 57,340 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2013 50,402 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Aug 2013 50,402 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 43,516 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2012 43,516 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Aug 2011 37,408 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 32,501 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 6 Jul 2009 23,664 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 22,053 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 21,292 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 20,785 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2005 19,611 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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CU52 HKH is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 CU52 HKH, 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 CU52 HKH registered?

CU52 HKH is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 26 September 2002.

Is CU52 HKH safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU52 HKH shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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