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MC52 NNH

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2024
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

90,530 mi
Last recorded90,530 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2023
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMC52 NNH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2023 90,530 miles

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

frt off both sills

Fail 30 Aug 2023 90,524 miles

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

frt off both sills

Pass 16 Aug 2022 88,462 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

outer sills

Pass 9 Aug 2021 86,367 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 84,562 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2019 82,372 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 79,690 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 75,592 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 74,012 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 70,897 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 68,315 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 65,425 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 63,319 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 60,733 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 57,246 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 53,948 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2009 53,948 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 3 Nov 2008 47,721 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

uneven tyre wear front and rear

Pass 6 Nov 2007 39,996 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

uneven tyre wear on front

Pass 8 Nov 2006 30,567 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2005 21,489 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)

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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MC52 NNH is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 MC52 NNH, 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 MC52 NNH registered?

MC52 NNH is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 29 October 2002.

Is MC52 NNH safe to buy?

The MOT history for MC52 NNH shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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