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YF52 GME

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 2324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2021
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

182,211 mi
Last recorded182,211 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2020
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF52 GME
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,324cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2020 182,211 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases clamp broken (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside handbrake recording little effort

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Dec 2020 182,211 miles

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill near rear axle mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases clamp broken (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside handbrake recording little effort

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2019 175,685 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2018 168,351 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2018 168,335 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2017 163,350 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2016 155,391 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Wearing on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Dec 2015 146,521 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 134,997 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2013 125,455 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2012 115,600 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Dec 2012 115,600 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 106,890 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2010 93,317 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 1 Dec 2010 93,317 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 81,114 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2009 81,114 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 5 Dec 2008 70,051 miles

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 5 Dec 2008 70,051 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 3 Dec 2007 58,586 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Dec 2006 43,648 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2006 43,648 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 25 Nov 2005 25,999 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 GME is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 2,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GME, 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 YF52 GME registered?

YF52 GME is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 29 November 2002.

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