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BL51 EKF

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2024
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

25,065 mi
Last recorded25,065 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2023
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL51 EKF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2023 25,065 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 1 Apr 2023 25,064 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Dec 2021 25,051 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2020 24,536 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2019 23,426 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2018 22,306 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge still on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Dec 2017 21,943 miles

Nearside Front tyre side wall slightly deteriorated

Offside Front tyre side wall slightly deteriorated

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 Dec 2016 21,500 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 20,830 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2014 20,300 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 19,555 miles

nearside rear tyre outter wall beggining to crack

offside rear tyre outter wall beggining to crack

Fail 11 Dec 2013 19,554 miles

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

nearside rear tyre outter wall beggining to crack

offside rear tyre outter wall beggining to crack

Pass 12 Dec 2012 18,488 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 17,833 miles

fuel light staying on

Fail 20 Oct 2011 17,717 miles

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

Fail 13 Dec 2010 16,973 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Dec 2010 16,973 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2009 16,320 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 2 Dec 2009 16,320 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 15,135 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 14,314 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 12,982 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2005 11,700 miles

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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BL51 EKF is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 BL51 EKF, 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 BL51 EKF registered?

BL51 EKF is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 21 December 2001.

Is BL51 EKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL51 EKF shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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