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EA52 GXP

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

110,120 mi
Last recorded110,120 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2015
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA52 GXP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2015 110,120 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 23 Jan 2015 103,082 miles

engine management light on

Fail 23 Jan 2015 103,082 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

engine management light on

Pass 1 Feb 2014 93,135 miles

front discs very poor condition

front exhaust pipework rusty

rear pads very low/discs worn

both front tyres average2.5mm,lower on edges 205/55/16v

Fail 31 Jan 2014 93,135 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

both front tyres average2.5mm,lower on edges 205/55/16v

front discs very poor condition

front exhaust pipework rusty

n/s/r tyre cut in sidewall

rear pads very low/discs worn

Pass 2 Feb 2013 82,507 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2012 70,044 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 62,358 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2010 62,358 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 26 Feb 2009 53,219 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007 39,431 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 39,354 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2006 34,760 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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EA52 GXP is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 EA52 GXP, 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 EA52 GXP registered?

EA52 GXP is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 22 November 2002.

Is EA52 GXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA52 GXP shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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