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HJ52 DAA

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2023
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

115,224 mi
Last recorded115,224 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2022
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ52 DAA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 11 Mar 2022 115,224 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

handbrake slight travel

Pass 26 Feb 2021 113,567 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2019 108,674 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearbush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearbush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2018 102,022 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 95,168 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Oct 2016 88,803 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2015 84,353 miles

Slight play in both front anti-roll bar bushes

Pass 22 Sep 2014 80,514 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2013 73,731 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 68,526 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2011 64,863 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 6 Oct 2010 62,368 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 59,674 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 55,537 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2007 50,878 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 45,181 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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HJ52 DAA is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 HJ52 DAA, 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 HJ52 DAA registered?

HJ52 DAA is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 October 2002.

Is HJ52 DAA safe to buy?

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