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RA52 FPV

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2022
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

142,635 mi
Last recorded142,635 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2021
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA52 FPV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2021 142,635 miles

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

Centre exhaust sleeve corroded

Headlamp lens slightly defective Offside and nearside (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Offside and nearside front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Jan 2020 137,239 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 discs slight corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 11 Jul 2018 137,037 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front brake hose starting to perish

Nearside Front tyre devoid of tread on inside edge

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front brake hose starting to perish

Offside Front tyre devoid of tread on inside edge

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 Jul 2017 131,092 miles

Engine cover and under trays fitted

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

n/s mirror body damaged

o/s/f tyre low on inner edge

Fail 12 Jul 2017 131,092 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Engine cover and under trays fitted

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

n/s mirror body damaged

o/s/f tyre low on inner edge

Pass 4 Jul 2016 123,101 miles

Engine cover fitted

Fail 4 Jul 2016 123,101 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Engine cover fitted

Pass 18 Jun 2015 113,955 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 15 Jul 2014 108,006 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 25 May 2013 100,498 miles

offside front tyre slight wear on inner edge

Pass 8 Jun 2012 95,554 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 79,976 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 68,574 miles

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

Fail 9 Dec 2008 57,434 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Dec 2008 57,434 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2007 45,368 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2006 37,923 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2005 27,021 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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RA52 FPV is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 RA52 FPV, 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 RA52 FPV registered?

RA52 FPV is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 24 December 2002.

Is RA52 FPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA52 FPV shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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