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YF52 BZN

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

117,421 mi
Last recorded117,421 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2019
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF52 BZN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2019 117,421 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material flexi to caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material upto flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material flexi to caliper (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 8 Sep 2018 117,201 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material upto flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 12 Apr 2017 108,820 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 6 Apr 2017 108,820 miles

Nearside Front Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Comes on when brake pedal is pressed (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 29 Mar 2016 103,393 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 100,265 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 93,229 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2014 93,229 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

o/s/f tyre tread poor 2.0 mm

Pass 27 Mar 2013 87,932 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2012 81,494 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Mar 2012 81,494 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 75,838 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 67,888 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2009 57,830 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 22 Nov 2007 47,959 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2007 47,958 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Petrol tank shield insecure

Pass 23 Nov 2006 35,334 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2005 23,355 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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YF52 BZN is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 YF52 BZN, 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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YF52 BZN is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 14 November 2002.

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