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YJ52 CXY

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2020
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

149,618 mi
Last recorded149,618 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2019
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ52 CXY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2019 149,618 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2018 138,359 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2018 138,322 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 21 Mar 2017 123,861 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 112,702 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 99,478 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 89,519 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2014 89,447 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

engine light on

Pass 10 Apr 2013 82,681 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2013 82,681 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Apr 2012 74,085 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2011 65,682 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2011 65,682 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 56,587 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2009 56,587 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

N/S/F Tyre Is Low On Pressure

Pass 10 Sep 2008 46,531 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 41,619 miles

advisory items on test number 233508247222 still apply

Fail 5 Sep 2007 41,619 miles

Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

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

brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

o/s/r brake slightly binding

o/s/r tyre worn uneven

Pass 16 Aug 2006 33,009 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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YJ52 CXY is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 YJ52 CXY, 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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YJ52 CXY is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 September 2002.

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