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RX52 XPW

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2021
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

59,162 mi
Last recorded59,162 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2020
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX52 XPW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2020 59,162 miles

exhaust center sleeve/clamp corroded

Pass 9 Feb 2019 58,336 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2019 58,336 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Jan 2018 57,717 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2017 56,088 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2016 54,342 miles

Offside Front tyre woren on inner edge

rear number plate poor but readable

Pass 21 Jan 2015 52,422 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 50,790 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2013 48,330 miles

o/s/r tyre sidewall perished

Pass 20 Jan 2012 46,044 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2012 46,044 miles

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

front brake discs lipped/poor

front pads low (2- 3 mm)

n/s/f/r sidewalls perished

Pass 28 Jan 2011 43,609 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 41,309 miles

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

o/s/r tyre perished

Fail 27 Jan 2010 41,309 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

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

o/s/r tyre perished

Pass 28 Jan 2009 36,342 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2009 36,342 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Jan 2008 34,010 miles

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

Fail 23 Jan 2008 34,010 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jan 2007 31,464 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2006 25,784 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2006 25,784 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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RX52 XPW is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 RX52 XPW, 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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How do I check the history of RX52 XPW?

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What year was RX52 XPW registered?

RX52 XPW is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 24 October 2002.

Is RX52 XPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX52 XPW shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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