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VU52 CXJ

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

149,405 mi
Last recorded149,405 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2016
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU52 CXJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2016 149,405 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Sep 2015 147,867 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 11 Sep 2014 143,878 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 135,697 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 124,187 miles

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

Fail 12 Sep 2012 124,187 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2011 110,151 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

horn sound slightly harsh

Pass 16 Sep 2010 97,227 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

exhaust heat shield noisey

Pass 10 Sep 2009 82,967 miles

n/s/r brake sticking slightly

Pass 12 Sep 2008 68,017 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 53,246 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 39,347 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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VU52 CXJ is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 VU52 CXJ, 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 VU52 CXJ registered?

VU52 CXJ is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 19 September 2002.

Is VU52 CXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU52 CXJ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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