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MX52 WUP

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2022
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

79,966 mi
Last recorded79,966 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2021
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX52 WUP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2021 79,966 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2020 78,522 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2018 74,651 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2017 70,986 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 65,037 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 61,295 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2015 61,295 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 20 Oct 2014 57,495 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 20 Oct 2014 57,495 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 16 Oct 2013 54,889 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 51,417 miles

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

N/S/F , tyre wall perished.

Pass 12 Sep 2011 48,284 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 44,278 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 39,784 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 34,543 miles

rear number plate starting to deteroiate

Fail 1 Apr 2008 34,543 miles

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

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

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

rear number plate starting to deteroiate

Pass 4 Apr 2007 28,452 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2007 28,437 miles

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

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Pass 1 Apr 2006 21,824 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2006 21,824 miles

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

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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MX52 WUP is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 MX52 WUP, 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 MX52 WUP registered?

MX52 WUP is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 27 September 2002.

Is MX52 WUP safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX52 WUP shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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