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YP52 PXB

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

93,180 mi
Last recorded93,180 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2018
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP52 PXB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2018 93,180 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Oct 2018 93,178 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2017 86,802 miles

ALL FOUR TYRES PERISHED ALONG TREADS

ALL FOUR TYRES PERISHED ALONG TREADS

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

SLIGHT LEAKS TO FRONT/CENTRE + CENTRE/REAR EXHAUST JOINTS

Fail 27 Apr 2017 86,802 miles

Emissions not tested DUE TO VEHICLE OVERHEATING DURING TEST (EMISSION TEST ABORTED) (7.3.A.1)

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)

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

ALL FOUR TYRES PERISHED ALONG TREADS

ALL FOUR TYRES PERISHED ALONG TREADS

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

SLIGHT LEAKS TO FRONT/CENTRE + CENTRE/REAR EXHAUST JOINTS

Pass 11 May 2016 80,019 miles

CENTRE EXHAUST HEAT SHIELD INSECURE

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

SLIGHT LEAK TO FRONT /CENTRE EXHAUST JOINT

Fail 28 Apr 2016 79,940 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive + not able to hold rpm at required levels (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill chalked (2.4.A.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

engine management light on

Pass 20 Apr 2015 71,588 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Apr 2015 71,588 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2014 63,350 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 58,646 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2013 58,646 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2011 53,516 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 46,740 miles

n/s/f tyre has a cut in wall

Pass 20 Oct 2009 45,653 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 41,605 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 37,670 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 31,813 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2005 22,807 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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YP52 PXB is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 YP52 PXB, 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 YP52 PXB registered?

YP52 PXB is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 22 October 2002.

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The MOT history for YP52 PXB shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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