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LC52 BYR

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

91,452 mi
Last recorded91,452 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2020
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC52 BYR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2020 91,452 miles

slight blue smoke

Fail 28 Sep 2020 91,434 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Pass 14 Nov 2015 88,552 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2014 80,354 miles

both front tyres inner edges on limit of wear

Pass 23 Oct 2013 71,679 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2013 71,679 miles

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

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

engine management & traction control warning lights intermittant

Pass 3 Nov 2012 65,086 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2011 59,643 miles

both front tyres close to limit of wear

nearside front road wheel outer rim damaged

rear number plate becoming unclear

Pass 13 Nov 2010 53,133 miles

engine idle and fast idle erratic

n/s/f and n/s/r wheel rims damaged

rear number plate becoming unclear

rear number plate becoming unclear

Pass 16 Nov 2009 45,795 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

rear number plate becoming unclear

Pass 15 Nov 2008 39,462 miles

rear number plate starting to become unclear

Pass 1 Nov 2007 33,024 miles

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

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

rear number plate fading /front and rear tyres getting close to legal limit

Pass 8 Nov 2006 27,351 miles

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

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

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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LC52 BYR is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 LC52 BYR, 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 LC52 BYR registered?

LC52 BYR is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 8 November 2002.

Is LC52 BYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC52 BYR shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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