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GY52 XFJ

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2016
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

101,640 mi
Last recorded101,640 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2015
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY52 XFJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2015 101,640 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2015 101,640 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2014 98,111 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2014 98,070 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2013 92,230 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

exhaust system centre mounting detached but still supporting.

Fail 19 Oct 2013 92,230 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

both rear brakes slightly binding.

exhaust system centre mounting detached but still supporting.

Pass 25 Sep 2012 82,904 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 28 Sep 2011 75,635 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 74,407 miles

centre exhaust mounting corroded

front tyres wearing low 1.6mm

nail to o/s/f tyre

Pass 29 Mar 2010 68,662 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 59,425 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 46,555 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 44,278 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2006 36,582 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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GY52 XFJ is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GY52 XFJ, 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 GY52 XFJ?

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What year was GY52 XFJ registered?

GY52 XFJ is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 October 2002.

Is GY52 XFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY52 XFJ shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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