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OY52 VJP

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

68,966 mi
Last recorded68,966 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2020
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY52 VJP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2020 68,966 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

brake pad wear light on

reversing light lens broken

Pass 25 Oct 2019 63,849 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

brake pad warning light on but pads ok

Pass 12 Oct 2018 60,771 miles

Brake pad warning light on but brake pads clearly have sufficient friction material at time of test (Suspect faulty lamp)

Some damage to reverse lamp lense

Temperery fuel cap fitted ( Sealing at time of test)

Wiper operation could be improved

Pass 26 Oct 2017 57,735 miles

brake pad warning light on but pads ok

front brake discs deteriorating

Pass 28 Oct 2016 54,968 miles

Brake pad warning light on

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush N/S & O/S (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Oct 2015 52,097 miles

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

Fail 29 Oct 2015 52,094 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

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

Pass 1 Nov 2014 49,821 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

front brake pad wear indicator disconnected

reverse light lense broken

Fail 20 Sep 2013 48,395 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2013 48,395 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 46,563 miles

reverse light lense damaged

Pass 13 Sep 2011 45,735 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 43,427 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 36,023 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 31,264 miles

nearside front tyre perished

offside front tyre perished

Pass 24 Sep 2007 27,267 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 21,543 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 VJP is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 VJP, 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 VJP registered?

OY52 VJP is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 18 October 2002.

Is OY52 VJP safe to buy?

The MOT history for OY52 VJP shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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