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MT52 MHY

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2019
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

74,039 mi
Last recorded74,039 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2018
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT52 MHY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2018 74,039 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2017 72,186 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

eml light on dash

Pass 30 Sep 2016 68,512 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 64,757 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded slightly (2.4.C.1b)

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of seat belt

engine management light on

Pass 3 Sep 2014 60,822 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 58,033 miles

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

Fail 9 Aug 2013 58,033 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2012 53,386 miles

engine light on

strong smell of fuel no leak found at time of test

Pass 6 Aug 2011 46,952 miles

o/s front wiper blade starting to split

Pass 7 Aug 2010 40,261 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 32,636 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 25,215 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2008 25,215 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2007 20,062 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 15,579 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2005 15,486 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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MT52 MHY is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 MT52 MHY, 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 MT52 MHY registered?

MT52 MHY is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 5 December 2002.

Is MT52 MHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT52 MHY shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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