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EO52 DWM

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2027
Tests28 (21 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

96,929 mi
Last recorded96,929 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2026
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO52 DWM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

21 pass 7 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2026 96,929 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2026 96,929 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 10 Sep 2025 93,065 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2025 93,065 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 16 Sep 2024 89,647 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2024 89,647 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both front (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 29 Sep 2023 86,085 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2022 82,326 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Sep 2021 76,581 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2021 76,581 miles

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced both (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 17 Sep 2020 72,823 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2020 72,823 miles

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced both (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 27 Sep 2019 69,391 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 64,663 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 59,590 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 54,603 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 49,383 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2015 49,383 miles

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

Fail 1 Sep 2014 44,547 miles

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

front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 1 Sep 2014 44,547 miles

front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 22 Aug 2013 38,684 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 33,763 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 27,219 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2010 25,299 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 22,673 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 19,972 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2007 17,733 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 15,196 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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EO52 DWM is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 EO52 DWM, 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

How do I check the history of EO52 DWM?

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What year was EO52 DWM registered?

EO52 DWM is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is EO52 DWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for EO52 DWM shows 28 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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