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MJ52 CWT

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 2324cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

78,313 mi
Last recorded78,313 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ52 CWT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,324cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 78,313 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2025 75,251 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2024 66,237 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2022 59,257 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2021 53,679 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2020 51,205 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Headlight aims only just met requirements to pass - lenses cloudy

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Dec 2020 51,200 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Headlight aims only just met requirements to pass - lenses cloudy

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2019 50,466 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2019 50,466 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 13 Dec 2018 49,684 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Dec 2017 42,718 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 2 Dec 2016 35,878 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 34,273 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 8 Dec 2014 31,956 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Dec 2014 31,956 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

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

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

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

engine misfiring

Pass 14 Dec 2013 28,459 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 24,722 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 22,882 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2011 22,880 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 26 Nov 2010 21,630 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 16,854 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2009 16,854 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2007 12,789 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2007 8,677 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2005 5,186 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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MJ52 CWT is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 2,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 MJ52 CWT, 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 MJ52 CWT registered?

MJ52 CWT is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 5 December 2002.

Is MJ52 CWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJ52 CWT shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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