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SJ52 PXB

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2021
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

100,757 mi
Last recorded100,757 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2020
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ52 PXB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2020 100,757 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2019 90,199 miles

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both rear axle bushes (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Feb 2019 90,197 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front wipers (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam head light inop (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced full outer sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced full outer sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Coil spring fractured or broken both rear springs broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Steering column shaft deformed to the extent that steering is affected steering rack tight and nochey (2.1.3 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both rear axle bushes (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2017 89,425 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2016 86,865 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2016 86,865 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 2 Oct 2015 81,968 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Apr 2015 80,313 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2015 80,313 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Apr 2014 77,065 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2014 77,065 miles

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

Offside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2013 74,567 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 91,306 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 65,446 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 59,145 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2010 59,145 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 Sep 2009 51,802 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2009 51,802 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Oct 2008 44,665 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 37,829 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 19 Sep 2006 32,481 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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SJ52 PXB is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue 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 SJ52 PXB, 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 SJ52 PXB registered?

SJ52 PXB is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 27 September 2002.

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The MOT history for SJ52 PXB 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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