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GX52 UYN

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2018
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

65,720 mi
Last recorded65,720 miles
Recorded on4 May 2017
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX52 UYN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 May 2017 65,720 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 65,494 miles
Fail 6 May 2016 65,488 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (1.1.C.1a)

Stop lamp not working all not working (1.2.1b)

all brake pads worn low and discs worn

Pass 1 May 2015 64,151 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Apr 2014 62,282 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2014 62,277 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Jul 2012 60,360 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2012 60,360 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Jun 2011 58,297 miles

offside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 8 Apr 2010 54,886 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2010 54,886 miles

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

Front passenger seat insecure (6.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

boot will not secure on the catch

Pass 3 Mar 2009 50,745 miles

n/s front wing damaged.

Fail 27 Feb 2009 50,745 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

n/s front wing damaged.

Fail 8 Feb 2008 40,045 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 8 Feb 2008 40,045 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2007 34,456 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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GX52 UYN is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 GX52 UYN, 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 GX52 UYN registered?

GX52 UYN is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 6 September 2002.

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