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LM52 EYJ

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

132,788 mi
Last recorded132,788 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2016
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM52 EYJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2016 132,788 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at outlet pipe on catalyst (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3.00mm and wearing more on the inside edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.00mm and wearing more on the inside edge (4.1.E.1)

both rear brakes binding slightly

Fail 11 Jun 2016 132,788 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at outlet pipe on catalyst (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3.00mm and wearing more on the inside edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.00mm and wearing more on the inside edge (4.1.E.1)

both rear brakes binding slightly

Pass 13 Jun 2015 125,068 miles

front tyres on 2.5 mm s.tread worn off inner edges.

Pass 28 Aug 2014 113,600 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2014 113,600 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 22 Aug 2013 96,481 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2013 96,319 miles

Nearside Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Aug 2012 79,246 miles

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

Fail 28 Aug 2012 79,246 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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 31 May 2011 59,019 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 52,479 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 44,830 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 35,354 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 23,933 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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LM52 EYJ is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 LM52 EYJ, 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.

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What year was LM52 EYJ registered?

LM52 EYJ is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 19 December 2002.

Is LM52 EYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM52 EYJ shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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