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GN52 YNP

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2017
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

211,928 mi
Last recorded211,928 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2016
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN52 YNP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2016 211,928 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Fail 14 Mar 2016 211,928 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 11 Mar 2015 208,413 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2015 208,413 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2013 206,350 miles

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

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

Outer Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Oct 2011 192,800 miles

centre and rear exhaust bracket poor condtion

slight corrosion to rear part of outer sill

Fail 1 Nov 2010 179,310 miles

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

centre and rear exhaust bracket poor condtion

chip to screen

damage to o/s/r wheel rim

Pass 1 Nov 2010 179,310 miles

centre and rear exhaust bracket poor condtion

chip to screen

damage to o/s/r wheel rim

Pass 16 Oct 2009 160,023 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2009 159,730 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Fail 1 Oct 2008 139,932 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 1 Oct 2008 139,932 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2007 117,039 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2007 117,039 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

Cuts in the sidewall on the n/s/f and o/s/f tyres

Pass 21 Aug 2006 88,952 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2006 88,748 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Sep 2005 60,776 miles

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

nail in n/s front 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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GN52 YNP is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 GN52 YNP, 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 GN52 YNP registered?

GN52 YNP is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 6 September 2002.

Is GN52 YNP safe to buy?

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