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WU52 LLX

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

47,189 mi
Last recorded47,189 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU52 LLX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 47,189 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2025 47,026 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 47,009 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 46,997 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 46,867 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 46,859 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 46,789 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 46,623 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 46,511 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 45,852 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 45,413 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 44,088 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 41,892 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2009 41,892 miles

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

registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 29 Sep 2008 38,001 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

poor rubbers on near side & off side front wipers

Pass 25 Oct 2007 36,939 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2007 36,939 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 29 Sep 2006 27,834 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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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WU52 LLX is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 WU52 LLX, 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 WU52 LLX registered?

WU52 LLX is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 November 2002.

Is WU52 LLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU52 LLX shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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