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YB52 FCN

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2022
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

156,779 mi
Last recorded156,779 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2021
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB52 FCN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2021 156,779 miles

some movement mcpherson strut top mounting

Pass 13 Jan 2020 149,596 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2018 145,579 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front suspension arm rear bush has slight play

chip on windscreen

x 2 front top mount has slight play

Pass 6 Sep 2017 142,094 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2017 142,094 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2016 140,484 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 133,625 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 126,725 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 120,278 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Aug 2012 112,384 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 26 Aug 2011 103,921 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 96,688 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 91,806 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 82,657 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 72,905 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 60,959 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 2 Sep 2005 48,432 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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YB52 FCN is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 YB52 FCN, 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 YB52 FCN registered?

YB52 FCN is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 20 December 2002.

Is YB52 FCN safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB52 FCN shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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