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PG51 DVR

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 2324cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests30 (20 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

60,525 mi
Last recorded60,525 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPG51 DVR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,324cc

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MOT History

20 pass 10 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 60,525 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2026 60,525 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 May 2025 60,219 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2024 60,157 miles
Fail 31 May 2024 60,157 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jun 2023 58,936 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material before and after flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material before and after flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 29 Jun 2023 58,936 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material before and after flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material before and after flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 29 Jun 2022 58,158 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 56,521 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2021 56,521 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 May 2020 56,487 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 54,538 miles

Offside Rear Fuel flap switch faulty

Rear Boot unable to open

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 9 Apr 2019 54,537 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Fuel flap switch faulty

Rear Boot unable to open

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 May 2018 52,430 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 50,017 miles

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

Fail 16 May 2017 50,017 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 May 2016 46,537 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 44,402 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 39,932 miles
Fail 2 May 2014 39,932 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2013 38,270 miles
Fail 22 May 2013 38,270 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 17 Jan 2012 34,033 miles

ENGINE MANAGEMENT LIGHT AND TRACTION CONTROAL LIGHT ON DASH ILLUMINATED

Pass 22 Jan 2011 33,334 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2011 33,321 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 22 Dec 2009 32,024 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2009 32,024 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Dec 2008 29,669 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2008 27,542 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2006 21,871 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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PG51 DVR is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 2,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 30 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PG51 DVR, 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 PG51 DVR registered?

PG51 DVR is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 9 January 2002.

Is PG51 DVR safe to buy?

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