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EY52 WVM

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 2324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2023
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

145,782 mi
Last recorded145,782 miles
Recorded on21 May 2022
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY52 WVM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,324cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 21 May 2022 145,782 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2021 145,002 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2020 142,827 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2019 138,076 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2018 132,461 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 118,910 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 107,010 miles

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

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2012 102,398 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Mar 2011 87,767 miles

Front brake discs worn. rear brake discs worn.

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 15 Mar 2010 78,670 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 13 Feb 2009 69,315 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 5 Dec 2007 57,518 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2006 46,276 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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EY52 WVM is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 2,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 EY52 WVM, 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

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What year was EY52 WVM registered?

EY52 WVM is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 13 September 2002.

Is EY52 WVM safe to buy?

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