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HF52 UOR

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2019
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

188,967 mi
Last recorded188,967 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2018
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF52 UOR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2018 188,967 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 May 2017 177,962 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 9 May 2016 170,465 miles

Front tyres starting to perish

Pass 27 Apr 2015 166,309 miles
Fail 6 May 2014 151,354 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 6 May 2014 151,354 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 May 2013 141,280 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 126,366 miles

Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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)

Fail 13 Apr 2012 126,361 miles

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

Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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)

Pass 4 Apr 2011 112,976 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2011 112,963 miles

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

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

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

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

front inner pads getting low

Pass 6 Mar 2010 91,834 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 74,687 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2008 73,708 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Sep 2008 73,708 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2007 68,577 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 62,577 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2005 45,120 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2005 45,120 miles

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

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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HF52 UOR is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 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 HF52 UOR, 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 HF52 UOR?

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What year was HF52 UOR registered?

HF52 UOR is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 28 November 2002.

Is HF52 UOR safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF52 UOR shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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