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EJ52 OYG

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

53,224 mi
Last recorded53,224 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2018
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ52 OYG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2018 53,224 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 50,706 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 46,098 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 44,218 miles

front discs slightly worn

Pass 18 Sep 2014 40,894 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 37,911 miles

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

Fail 4 Oct 2013 37,911 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2012 36,935 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 35,725 miles

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

Fail 29 Sep 2011 35,725 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2010 34,419 miles

Advised on nearside door mirror.

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

Fail 30 Sep 2010 34,419 miles

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Advised on nearside door mirror.

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

Pass 2 Oct 2009 33,060 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 31,688 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 30,224 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 28,962 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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EJ52 OYG is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 EJ52 OYG, 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 EJ52 OYG registered?

EJ52 OYG is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 29 October 2002.

Is EJ52 OYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ52 OYG shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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