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FJ52 XYA

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

97,685 mi
Last recorded97,685 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2016
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ52 XYA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2016 97,685 miles

front brake pads look thin

n/s/f shocker damp

n/s/f tyre bald on inner edge + close to limit

o/s/f tyre wearing on edges

parking brake efficiency poor 19%

some roughness in n/s/f wheel bearing

Pass 22 Jul 2015 90,006 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 22 Jul 2015 90,006 miles

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 7 Nov 2014 87,918 miles

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Fail 4 Nov 2014 87,918 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Pass 3 Sep 2013 80,348 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 75,981 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2012 75,981 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 7 Sep 2011 72,421 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2011 72,421 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2010 68,695 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 64,169 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2009 64,169 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 6 Sep 2007 53,653 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 43,044 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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FJ52 XYA is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 XYA, 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 FJ52 XYA registered?

FJ52 XYA is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is FJ52 XYA safe to buy?

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