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VW52 SUE

2002 Volkswagen Type 2

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2025
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

26,897 mi
Last recorded26,897 miles
Recorded on16 May 2024
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Type 286,428 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVW52 SUE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2024 26,897 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 26,169 miles
Pass 16 May 2022 24,998 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 24,611 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 24,263 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2014 24,263 miles

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

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 16 Apr 2011 22,568 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 20,847 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 20,296 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 17,892 miles

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

brake hose slightly twisted offside front

rear nearside brake slightly binding

Pass 28 Jul 2006 16,463 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Type 2?

Based on 11,485 MOT tests across 931 vehicles.

68.5%
Pass Rate
1,092
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
931
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 935
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 631
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 538
Stop lamp not working 392
position lamp(s) not working 374
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VW52 SUE is a 2002 Volkswagen Type 2 in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2002 Volkswagen Type 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.1% with a typical mileage of 86,428 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Type 2 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 935 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VW52 SUE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Type 2 typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 24 years old, this Volkswagen Type 2 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VW52 SUE?

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What year was VW52 SUE registered?

VW52 SUE is a 2002 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 20 December 2002.

Is VW52 SUE safe to buy?

The MOT history for VW52 SUE shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VW52 SUE have outstanding finance?

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