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ML52 VDT

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2014
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

75,760 mi
Last recorded75,760 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2013
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML52 VDT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2013 75,760 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

steering wheel in poor condition

Fail 30 Oct 2013 75,754 miles

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)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

steering wheel in poor condition

Pass 27 Oct 2012 70,679 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2012 70,678 miles

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

outer sills damaged within 30 cm of suspension mountings

Pass 11 Oct 2011 63,999 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2011 63,996 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Oct 2010 58,803 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 52,481 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 28 Sep 2009 52,464 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Nov 2007 39,331 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2006 31,814 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2006 31,453 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

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

not running right

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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ML52 VDT is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ML52 VDT, 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 ML52 VDT registered?

ML52 VDT is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 16 October 2002.

Is ML52 VDT safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML52 VDT shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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