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BM51 YES

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 2324cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

49,635 mi
Last recorded49,635 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBM51 YES
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,324cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 12 Nov 2025 49,635 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2024 49,274 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2023 48,635 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2022 47,972 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021 47,143 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 12 Nov 2020 46,556 miles

Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both sides (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2019 45,440 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 43,391 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 42,055 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2016 40,665 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 39,321 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2014 37,544 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2013 36,853 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 36,268 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 35,466 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2010 34,010 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2009 31,268 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2008 29,708 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 27,216 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2006 24,483 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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BM51 YES is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 2,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BM51 YES, 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 BM51 YES registered?

BM51 YES is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 23 November 2001.

Is BM51 YES safe to buy?

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