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MC52 NZN

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

96,318 mi
Last recorded96,318 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2018
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMC52 NZN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2018 96,318 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 4 Sep 2018 96,318 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 2 Sep 2017 91,735 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 73,005 miles

Nearside Front cv gaitor outer pin holed

Fail 2 Sep 2016 73,005 miles

Nearside Front cv gaitor outer pin holed

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 4 Sep 2015 63,573 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2014 60,106 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 Sep 2014 60,106 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 56,292 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 52,814 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 46,017 miles

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

Fail 26 Apr 2011 46,007 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

nearside/offside front brake discs worn

Pass 3 Feb 2010 38,909 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2009 33,374 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 24,788 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 19,362 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2005 14,956 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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MC52 NZN is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 NZN, 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 NZN registered?

MC52 NZN is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is MC52 NZN safe to buy?

The MOT history for MC52 NZN shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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