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WN52 GZF

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 2324cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

204,310 mi
Last recorded204,310 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2026
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWN52 GZF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,324cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2026 204,310 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm 225/45 17 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn out of shape 225/45 17 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Side repeater flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn out of shape 225/45 17 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Side repeater flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 17 Aug 2026 204,310 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (front to back) (NS of fuel tank) (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (front to back) (NS of fuel tank) (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper not working not working as intended (3.4 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm 225/45 17 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn out of shape 225/45 17 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Side repeater flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn out of shape 225/45 17 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Side repeater flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 9 May 2024 204,026 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm 225/45 17 (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine and gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

reverse lamp inoperative

Fail 2 May 2024 204,026 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn top mount and bearing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength within 30cm of rear axle mounting point (rear jacking point area/lower sill) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn top mount and bearing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength within 30cm of rear axle mounting point (rear jacking point area/lower sill) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm 225/45 17 (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine and gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

reverse lamp inoperative

Pass 7 Jun 2023 194,926 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 119,537 miles

Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Slight damage to n/s/front tyre outer wall

Pass 18 Jun 2021 161,681 miles

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

Offside Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))

Pass 23 Jun 2020 150,504 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 138,376 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 118,608 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 99,991 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 84,460 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 70,532 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2014 56,061 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Jun 2014 56,061 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Dec 2013 54,083 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 48,238 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2011 41,824 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2010 36,274 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2009 30,939 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2008 27,230 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2007 22,389 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 17,057 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2005 12,833 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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WN52 GZF is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 2,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 WN52 GZF, 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.

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What year was WN52 GZF registered?

WN52 GZF is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 10 October 2002.

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