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HW51 JBY

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Feb 2024
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

98,143 mi
Last recorded98,143 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2024
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW51 JBY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Fail 8 Mar 2024 98,143 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Oil cap missing

Fail 27 Feb 2024 98,014 miles

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Pass 1 Mar 2023 93,590 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 20 Jan 2022 86,385 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2021 81,679 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2019 75,126 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2018 71,210 miles

Nearside Front tyre has age cracks.

Fail 27 Jul 2018 71,185 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front tyre has age cracks.

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2017 67,963 miles

EML on

n/s/r and n/s/f tyres have age cracks.

Pass 28 Jun 2016 64,111 miles

Nearside Front tyre cracking

Nearside Rear tyre cracking

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Jun 2015 60,004 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 57,664 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2014 57,664 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 11 Nov 2013 55,177 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 51,794 miles

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

Offside Front 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 1 Nov 2011 47,598 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 46,781 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2010 42,227 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2010 42,227 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Jan 2009 37,213 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jan 2008 31,763 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2007 25,789 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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HW51 JBY is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 HW51 JBY, 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 HW51 JBY registered?

HW51 JBY is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 January 2002.

Is HW51 JBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for HW51 JBY shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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