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RO52 HFC

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2022
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

102,782 mi
Last recorded102,782 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2021
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO52 HFC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2021 102,782 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt has slight play aswell (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Pass 5 Jun 2019 101,221 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 89,267 miles

EML warning light on

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

O/s/r brake disc starting to corrode

Slight play in n/s/f steering tie rod

Pass 24 Apr 2017 78,380 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2016 78,303 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2016 78,300 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 78,040 miles

EM light on

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 24 Mar 2016 78,040 miles

EM light on

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Apr 2014 67,979 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2014 67,979 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 5 Apr 2013 59,093 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 48,701 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 43,454 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 39,731 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2010 39,731 miles

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

Fail 8 Apr 2009 35,664 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Apr 2009 35,664 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 31,487 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 27,863 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 25,317 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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RO52 HFC is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 RO52 HFC, 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 RO52 HFC registered?

RO52 HFC is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 17 September 2002.

Is RO52 HFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO52 HFC shows 20 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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