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VU51 CYS

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2025
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

177,702 mi
Last recorded177,702 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2024
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU51 CYS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2024 177,702 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2023 171,218 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 2 Mar 2022 166,713 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2021 159,707 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2020 156,659 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 3 Mar 2020 156,658 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 Feb 2019 144,023 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2018 133,559 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 125,511 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 116,942 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 107,919 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 97,730 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 91,577 miles

e.m light on

Pass 17 Feb 2012 81,666 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 71,880 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2010 66,316 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 24 Feb 2010 66,316 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 60,289 miles

both front tyres on wear indicators of 2mm

engine management lamp on during test

Pass 4 Jun 2008 51,282 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 40,229 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2007 39,356 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2006 31,114 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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VU51 CYS is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 VU51 CYS, 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 VU51 CYS?

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What year was VU51 CYS registered?

VU51 CYS is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 11 January 2002.

Is VU51 CYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU51 CYS shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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