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YK52 MZF

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

63,283 mi
Last recorded63,283 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2016
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK52 MZF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2016 63,283 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 58,191 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 50,802 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2013 44,996 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 39,992 miles

airbag light on

Pass 1 Feb 2012 38,331 miles

Front brake discs rusted

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

Offside rear tyre side wall cracked

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

Pass 19 Nov 2010 35,362 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Fail 19 Nov 2010 35,362 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 20 Nov 2009 31,192 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 25,828 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2007 22,184 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 17,477 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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YK52 MZF is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 YK52 MZF, 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 YK52 MZF registered?

YK52 MZF is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 4 September 2002.

Is YK52 MZF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK52 MZF shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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