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EX52 LNV

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2021
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

89,317 mi
Last recorded89,317 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2020
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX52 LNV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2020 89,317 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2019 86,068 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 19 Oct 2019 86,068 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 13 Oct 2018 84,792 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 81,407 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 78,556 miles

oil leak.

Fail 10 Oct 2016 78,556 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

oil leak.

Pass 5 Oct 2015 75,363 miles

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

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

Offside Rear nail in tyre tred

Pass 23 Sep 2014 72,804 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 68,678 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 61,159 miles

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

exhaust centre mount broken off

Fail 17 Oct 2012 61,159 miles

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

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

exhaust centre mount broken off

Fail 24 Oct 2011 52,964 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front brake disc slightly worn

front wipers starting to smear

Pass 24 Oct 2011 52,964 miles

front brake disc slightly worn

front wipers starting to smear

Pass 13 Oct 2010 42,258 miles

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

Fail 13 Oct 2010 42,258 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 14 Oct 2009 33,017 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2008 27,423 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Oct 2008 27,423 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 24,074 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 19,982 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2005 16,180 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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EX52 LNV is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 EX52 LNV, 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 EX52 LNV?

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What year was EX52 LNV registered?

EX52 LNV is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 October 2002.

Is EX52 LNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX52 LNV shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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