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FH52 XPR

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2017
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

97,708 mi
Last recorded97,708 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2016
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH52 XPR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2016 97,708 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

high level brake light in operative

rear brake discs poor condition

Fail 22 Sep 2016 97,008 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

high level brake light in operative

rear brake discs poor condition

Pass 16 Jul 2015 93,521 miles

Centre exhaust bracket corroded but system still supported.

Fail 16 Jul 2015 93,521 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Centre exhaust bracket corroded but system still supported.

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 19 Jul 2014 87,993 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2014 87,986 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 13 Jul 2013 83,423 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 78,271 miles

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

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

air bag ligth sty on

Pass 28 Jan 2012 75,607 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 70,608 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2011 70,608 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Jan 2010 64,350 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 58,365 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2008 43,343 miles

corrosion to exhaust.corrosion to all brake discs.rear tyres cracks in sidewalls.

Pass 31 Jan 2007 31,706 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2007 31,706 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 9 Mar 2006 25,205 miles

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

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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FH52 XPR is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FH52 XPR, 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 FH52 XPR registered?

FH52 XPR is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 13 December 2002.

Is FH52 XPR safe to buy?

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