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OY52 MKG

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

71,546 mi
Last recorded71,546 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2017
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY52 MKG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2017 71,546 miles

slight blow exhaust

wear front tyres

Pass 11 Sep 2016 63,511 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2016 63,511 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 15 Oct 2015 61,732 miles

engine oil leak

Fail 13 Oct 2014 59,992 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2014 59,992 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 57,550 miles

both front wiper blades split at ends

Fail 16 Oct 2013 57,521 miles

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

Rear registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both front wiper blades split at ends

Pass 5 Oct 2012 55,603 miles

ESP light on

Fail 3 Oct 2012 55,550 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

ESP light on

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 26 Sep 2011 51,483 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 45,980 miles

Nail in rear tyre

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

Pass 1 Oct 2009 40,707 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 35,419 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 29,254 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 25,117 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 MKG is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 OY52 MKG, 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 OY52 MKG registered?

OY52 MKG is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 16 September 2002.

Is OY52 MKG safe to buy?

The MOT history for OY52 MKG shows 16 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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