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YT52 VLC

2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests27 (22 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate81.5%

Mileage

76,459 mi
Last recorded76,459 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle77,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT52 VLC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

22 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 76,459 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2026 76,459 miles

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced both (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 20 Feb 2025 75,539 miles

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

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 15 Feb 2024 74,228 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 15 Feb 2024 74,228 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel more than one fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Feb 2023 72,302 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2022 70,667 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2022 70,614 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced cill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced cill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2021 69,355 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2020 69,352 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2019 68,422 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Feb 2018 66,732 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 65,064 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 62,085 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 58,174 miles

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)

Pass 18 Feb 2014 52,049 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 43,620 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 37,271 miles

headlamp covers fitted

nearside front tyre cut on inner wall not to cords

Fail 24 Feb 2012 37,271 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

headlamp covers fitted

nearside front tyre cut on inner wall not to cords

Pass 19 Feb 2011 30,926 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2010 25,499 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 20,719 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 19,760 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 18,734 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006 17,462 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2005 13,982 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

near side front tyre worn close to tread wear indicator

off side front tyre worn close to tread wear indicator and small slits on inner side wall

slit on outer side wall of off side rear tyre

Pass 29 Sep 2005 13,982 miles

near side front tyre worn close to tread wear indicator

off side front tyre worn close to tread wear indicator and small slits on inner side wall

slit on outer side wall of off side rear tyre

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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YT52 VLC is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.5%.

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 YT52 VLC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YT52 VLC?

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What year was YT52 VLC registered?

YT52 VLC is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 26 September 2002.

Is YT52 VLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for YT52 VLC shows 27 tests with a 81.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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