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CX52 BXB

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2018
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

114,205 mi
Last recorded114,205 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2017
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX52 BXB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2017 114,205 miles

both rear axle bushes deteriarated but not causing excessive movement

centre brake light inop

Fail 5 Jan 2017 114,205 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both rear axle bushes deteriarated but not causing excessive movement

centre brake light inop

Pass 18 Jan 2016 109,336 miles

n/s/r tyre cracking

Pass 10 Jan 2015 103,457 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 98,010 miles

o/s/r tyre out of shape

Pass 21 Jan 2013 93,585 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 88,088 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 27 Apr 2011 78,877 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2010 75,978 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2010 75,978 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Oct 2009 68,115 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2009 68,090 miles

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

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

slight damage o/s mirror

Pass 16 Sep 2008 58,379 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 49,800 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 48,200 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 37,007 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2005 24,463 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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CX52 BXB is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 CX52 BXB, 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 CX52 BXB registered?

CX52 BXB is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is CX52 BXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX52 BXB shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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