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BF51 YZB

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2019
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

77,409 mi
Last recorded77,409 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2018
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF51 YZB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2018 77,409 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2018 77,401 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2018 83,991 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 77,401 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

damage on n/s outer sill

Fail 27 Jun 2017 77,394 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

damage on n/s outer sill

Pass 4 Jun 2016 68,274 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Fail 31 May 2016 68,244 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 26 Oct 2015 66,778 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2014 64,299 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 57,344 miles

centre exhaust bracket requires attention

Fail 30 Oct 2012 50,419 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 Oct 2012 50,419 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 41,820 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 40,834 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2009 38,372 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 35,746 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2008 35,746 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Sep 2007 33,276 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 31,375 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2006 31,375 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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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BF51 YZB is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 BF51 YZB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BF51 YZB registered?

BF51 YZB is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is BF51 YZB safe to buy?

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