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DY52 RNZ

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests31 (21 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate67.7%

Mileage

108,754 mi
Last recorded108,754 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY52 RNZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

21 pass 10 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 108,754 miles

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

rear axle corroding

Pass 22 May 2025 108,469 miles

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

rear axle corroding

Fail 22 May 2025 108,464 miles

Brake servo defective or ineffective pipe broken (1.1.10 (a) (i))

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

rear axle corroding

Pass 11 Jun 2024 108,060 miles

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

rear axle corroding

Fail 11 Jun 2024 108,055 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

rear axle corroding

Pass 20 Feb 2023 107,680 miles

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

rear axle/suspension components corroding

Pass 21 Feb 2022 107,223 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s/f + rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s + ns (5.3.4 (a) (i))

corrosion forming n/s inner sill

surface corrosion rear axle/suspension components

Pass 1 Mar 2021 106,914 miles

rear axle starting to corrode

rear coil springs corroded

Fail 15 Feb 2021 106,910 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting lower sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

corrosion starting to form on nearside rear lower sill

rear axle starting to corrode

rear coil springs corroded

Pass 28 Feb 2020 106,300 miles

both rear coil springs starting to corrode

corrosion starting to form on both lower sills

damage to both lower sills

rear axle starting to corrode

Pass 26 Feb 2019 105,705 miles

o/s reg light bulb dull

rear axle showing signs of corrosion

Fail 25 Feb 2019 105,705 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner lower sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

o/s reg light bulb dull

rear axle showing signs of corrosion

Pass 13 Mar 2018 105,034 miles

Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended front and rear (2.4.F.3)

Fail 13 Mar 2018 105,034 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended front and rear (2.4.F.3)

Pass 23 Feb 2017 104,230 miles

Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 23 Feb 2017 104,227 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 17 Feb 2016 103,400 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 12 Mar 2015 102,262 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 100,496 miles

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

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 20 Aug 2014 100,496 miles

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

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 12 Aug 2013 96,198 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 12 Aug 2013 96,198 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 28 Aug 2012 88,222 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 31 Aug 2011 78,739 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner and outer edges.

Both rear brake discs pitted on the inside and outside.

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 5 Aug 2010 71,502 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 25 Aug 2009 58,848 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 58,740 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 45,121 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2007 45,121 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 31 Mar 2006 38,246 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2006 38,206 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

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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DY52 RNZ is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 31 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 67.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DY52 RNZ, 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 DY52 RNZ registered?

DY52 RNZ is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 11 November 2002.

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