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SG52 HFF

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

64,780 mi
Last recorded64,780 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2018
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG52 HFF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2018 64,780 miles

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

Offside Rear tyre sidewall perished

Pass 18 Jan 2017 59,460 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2017 59,457 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 15 Jan 2016 55,886 miles

'mil' lamp on

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

Pass 5 Jan 2015 52,244 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2014 47,150 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 45,011 miles

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

o/s/r brake slight binding

Fail 26 Jun 2012 44,947 miles

Nearside Power steering ram(s) has excessive free play between ball-pin and valve and separation is likely (2.3.5)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 30 Jun 2011 40,817 miles

Slight end float play in the nearside of the rack gaiter

Pass 30 Mar 2010 33,482 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 28,067 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 21,421 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2007 15,600 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2007 15,600 miles

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

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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SG52 HFF is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 SG52 HFF, 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 SG52 HFF registered?

SG52 HFF is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 27 September 2002.

Is SG52 HFF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG52 HFF shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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