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FJ52 DJZ

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2025
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

112,731 mi
Last recorded112,731 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2024
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ52 DJZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2024 112,731 miles
Pass 19 May 2023 106,092 miles
Fail 17 May 2023 106,040 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 98,797 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2019 91,751 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2019 91,728 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2019 91,706 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 86,055 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 41,926 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2008 41,926 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 4 Sep 2007 38,840 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 7 Sep 2006 31,759 miles

screw in o/s/r tyre

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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FJ52 DJZ is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 FJ52 DJZ, 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 FJ52 DJZ?

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What year was FJ52 DJZ registered?

FJ52 DJZ is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 3 September 2002.

Is FJ52 DJZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ52 DJZ shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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