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OY52 JXL

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

90,619 mi
Last recorded90,619 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2019
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY52 JXL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2019 90,619 miles

Rear Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))

engine light on

Pass 21 Feb 2018 87,853 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 84,830 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2015 81,049 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2015 81,049 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Jan 2014 76,609 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2014 76,606 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 29 Jan 2013 72,397 miles

e/light on

engine breather pipe deteriorated

Pass 28 Jan 2012 68,267 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2012 68,267 miles

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)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 18 Aug 2010 58,389 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

front discs slightly corroded

slight play in front anti-roll bar bushes

Pass 18 Aug 2010 58,389 miles

front discs slightly corroded

slight play in front anti-roll bar bushes

Pass 8 Sep 2009 51,066 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 39,363 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 31,444 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 24,061 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2005 15,848 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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OY52 JXL is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 OY52 JXL, 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 OY52 JXL registered?

OY52 JXL is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 9 September 2002.

Is OY52 JXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for OY52 JXL shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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