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PE52 FGJ

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2021
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

97,537 mi
Last recorded97,537 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2020
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE52 FGJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2020 97,537 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2019 93,783 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 89,571 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 83,377 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 72,727 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2016 72,727 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Sep 2015 57,384 miles

Centre exhaust mount deteriorated.

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

OSR tyre perished between tread.

Pass 22 Sep 2014 49,498 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Oil leak

nearside rear tyre has slight flat spot

Fail 3 Oct 2013 44,070 miles

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 3 Oct 2013 44,070 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2012 40,670 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2011 37,551 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2010 34,219 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2009 31,033 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 26,957 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2007 23,242 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2006 18,789 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2005 13,973 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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PE52 FGJ is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 PE52 FGJ, 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 PE52 FGJ registered?

PE52 FGJ is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 11 November 2002.

Is PE52 FGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for PE52 FGJ shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PE52 FGJ have outstanding finance?

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