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WX52 PZT

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2017
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

125,511 mi
Last recorded125,511 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2016
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX52 PZT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2016 125,511 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 116,816 miles

Center exhaust bracket broken but system is adequately supported

Center exhaust heatshield loose. (Repaired)

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

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

Pass 15 Oct 2014 107,664 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2013 96,343 miles

Exhaust heatshield loose

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

n/s/r Tyrewall has cuts but not deep enough to reach ply or cords

o/s/r Tyrewall has cuts but not deep enough to reach ply or cords

Pass 2 Sep 2013 96,343 miles

Exhaust heatshield loose

n/s/r Tyrewall has cuts but not deep enough to reach ply or cords

o/s/r Tyrewall has cuts but not deep enough to reach ply or cords

Pass 5 Sep 2012 87,272 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2012 87,265 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Aug 2011 78,835 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

n/s wiper blade

Pass 26 Aug 2010 74,105 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 617,259 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 63,475 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2008 63,475 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 16 Aug 2007 55,619 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2006 46,388 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2005 38,294 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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WX52 PZT is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 WX52 PZT, 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 WX52 PZT registered?

WX52 PZT is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 2 September 2002.

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