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AV51 EHP

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

123,451 mi
Last recorded123,451 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2017
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV51 EHP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2017 123,451 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both sides (1.7.5a)

high level stop lamp inoperative but may not be connected

Fail 24 Mar 2017 123,451 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour both sides (1.4.A.2f)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both sides (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

high level stop lamp inoperative but may not be connected

Pass 31 Mar 2016 115,501 miles

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

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

Rear brake disks very rusty

noise coming from the engine poss water pump

Fail 31 Mar 2016 115,501 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Rear brake disks very rusty

noise coming from the engine poss water pump

Pass 6 Feb 2015 103,033 miles

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

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

Pass 18 Dec 2013 96,669 miles

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

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

exhaust heat sheild loose

Pass 2 Jan 2013 92,533 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 82,846 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 74,692 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2010 66,450 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 62,710 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007 51,970 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jan 2007 42,147 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2007 42,146 miles

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

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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AV51 EHP is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2001 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 79,088 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 AV51 EHP, 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 25 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AV51 EHP registered?

AV51 EHP is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 September 2001.

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