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EO52 TXT

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2022
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

128,316 mi
Last recorded128,316 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2021
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO52 TXT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2021 128,316 miles

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

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 18 Dec 2021 128,182 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 1 Dec 2020 116,741 miles

mil light on

Fail 30 Nov 2020 116,739 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

MIL warning light on

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush starting to split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush staring to split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2019 108,640 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2018 98,508 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2017 94,068 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2017 94,068 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Dec 2016 89,254 miles

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

Rear brake pads getting low

Pass 1 Dec 2015 82,566 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2014 73,950 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 66,169 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 58,915 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2011 51,464 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 45,259 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 38,462 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2009 38,460 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 12 Dec 2008 31,383 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2007 24,032 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2006 17,312 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Dec 2005 13,519 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 TXT is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 TXT, 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 EO52 TXT registered?

EO52 TXT is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 20 December 2002.

Is EO52 TXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for EO52 TXT shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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