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SA52 XEO

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2022
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

100,607 mi
Last recorded100,607 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2020
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA52 XEO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2020 100,607 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2020 100,602 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2019 99,197 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2018 94,622 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 89,283 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 62,588 miles

exhaust front section blowing slightly

front wishbone bushes getting worn

fuel tank straps getting corroded

nearside rear tyre scrubbing outer edges

offside front tyre scrubbing inner and outer edges

rear beam bushes getting worn

rear discs getting corroded and worn

some play both top strut mounts

Fail 12 Jul 2011 62,587 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

exhaust front section blowing slightly

front wishbone bushes getting worn

fuel tank straps getting corroded

nearside rear tyre scrubbing outer edges

offside front tyre scrubbing inner and outer edges

rear beam bushes getting worn

rear discs getting corroded and worn

some play both top strut mounts

Pass 5 Aug 2010 56,307 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 53,575 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2009 53,575 miles

Front registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Offside Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

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

Pass 8 Oct 2008 47,869 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2007 43,443 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 38,095 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2005 29,296 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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SA52 XEO is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 SA52 XEO, 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

How do I check the history of SA52 XEO?

You can check the full history of SA52 XEO by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SA52 XEO registered?

SA52 XEO is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 30 September 2002.

Is SA52 XEO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SA52 XEO shows 14 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.

Does SA52 XEO have outstanding finance?

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