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MJ52 VVC

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

88,066 mi
Last recorded88,066 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2019
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ52 VVC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2019 88,066 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2016 85,511 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

sports suspension fitted

Pass 10 Oct 2015 82,033 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 73,694 miles

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 26 Jan 2015 73,694 miles

Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

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

Pass 14 Nov 2013 61,144 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front numberplate slightly deteriorated

nearside and offside front tyre s wearing inner edge and close to 2mm markers centre tread

slight bind nearside rear brake

Pass 16 Nov 2012 55,501 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 16 Nov 2012 55,493 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 15 Nov 2011 51,204 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Nov 2011 51,204 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 16 Nov 2010 46,383 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 41,625 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 37,094 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2007 32,260 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2006 25,235 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2005 18,850 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 VVC is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 VVC, 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 VVC registered?

MJ52 VVC is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 12 November 2002.

Is MJ52 VVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJ52 VVC shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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