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VU51 CZR

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2016
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

96,041 mi
Last recorded96,041 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2015
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU51 CZR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2015 96,041 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

slight exhaust blow from center section

Fail 1 Aug 2015 96,031 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

slight exhaust blow from center section

Pass 26 Aug 2014 93,376 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2014 93,376 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 23 Aug 2013 88,208 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2013 88,208 miles

Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Pass 25 Aug 2012 81,938 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2011 74,205 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

cut in the outer side wall of offside front tyre

mil lamp on dash

nearside wiper blade split

Pass 17 Aug 2010 66,806 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 61,604 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2008 51,973 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Apr 2008 51,973 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 43,464 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2006 42,184 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2005 32,207 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2005 32,081 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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 CZR is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CZR, 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 VU51 CZR registered?

VU51 CZR is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 January 2002.

Is VU51 CZR safe to buy?

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