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BX51 MXG

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Diesel 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

113,647 mi
Last recorded113,647 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2017
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX51 MXG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2017 113,647 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both sides (3.6.B.4e)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (3.6.B.4d)

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both sides (3.6.B.4e)

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

coil spring corroded all four (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 13 Jun 2017 113,647 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both sides (3.6.B.4e)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (3.6.B.4d)

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both sides (3.6.B.4e)

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

coil spring corroded all four (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 25 Mar 2016 101,214 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2015 97,630 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 88,962 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 79,816 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 73,672 miles

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

Fail 14 Mar 2012 73,672 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2011 65,571 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 19 Mar 2010 61,578 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 50,551 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 41,890 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2007 39,462 miles

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

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

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

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

n/s/f tyre wearing inner edges

Pass 1 Nov 2006 32,191 miles

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

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

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

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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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BX51 MXG is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,595cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 BX51 MXG, 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 BX51 MXG registered?

BX51 MXG is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 10 September 2001.

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