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DE52 HGM

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2018
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

102,044 mi
Last recorded102,044 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2017
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE52 HGM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2017 102,044 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 98,235 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 914,656 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 82,178 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2013 76,812 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2012 70,160 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2012 70,158 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 7 Sep 2011 63,323 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2011 63,323 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2010 51,610 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2010 51,610 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Jul 2009 38,594 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 37,877 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 36,005 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 34,187 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2005 28,482 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2005 28,482 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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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DE52 HGM is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 DE52 HGM, 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 DE52 HGM registered?

DE52 HGM is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 29 October 2002.

Is DE52 HGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE52 HGM shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DE52 HGM have outstanding finance?

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