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BO51 AZC

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

88,878 mi
Last recorded88,878 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2017
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBO51 AZC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2017 88,878 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 85,486 miles

Engine light on

Front brake disc(s) slightly ridged

Front brake pad(s) getting low

Offside Rear Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Fail 15 Apr 2016 85,019 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Engine light on

Front brake disc(s) slightly ridged

Front brake pad(s) getting low

Offside Rear Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 81,210 miles

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

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

Nearside front to rear brake pipe slightly corroded

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

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

Fail 15 Apr 2015 81,210 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

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

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

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

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

Nearside front to rear brake pipe slightly corroded

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2013 75,038 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Fail 20 Apr 2013 75,038 miles

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

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 14 Mar 2012 69,915 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2012 69,915 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 8 Mar 2011 63,616 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

adv n/s rear tyre cracked in side

Pass 8 Mar 2011 63,616 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in offside rear tyre

adv n/s rear tyre cracked in side

Pass 25 Mar 2010 59,755 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2009 57,104 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 52,587 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 16 Sep 2006 40,996 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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BO51 AZC is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BO51 AZC, 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 BO51 AZC registered?

BO51 AZC is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 11 September 2001.

Is BO51 AZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BO51 AZC shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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