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CK51 OUJ

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

111,199 mi
Last recorded111,199 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2016
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK51 OUJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2016 111,199 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 21 May 2016 108,705 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)

Fail 9 May 2015 91,930 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 9 May 2015 91,930 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 22 May 2014 87,902 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Lower coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 24 May 2013 83,496 miles
Fail 20 May 2013 83,496 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Brake warning light on

Engine management light on

Pass 22 Mar 2012 79,909 miles

engine managment warning light on = rear brake pads very low aprx 1/2000 mls = gearbox oil leak = N/S/R TYRE COMING VERY CLOSE TO LIMIT APRX 2MM ADVISE CHANGE = O/S/F TYRE COMING CLOSE ON EDGES APRX 3/5MM

Fail 21 Mar 2012 79,904 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

engine managment warning light on = rear brake pads very low aprx 1/2000 mls = gearbox oil leak = N/S/R TYRE COMING VERY CLOSE TO LIMIT APRX 2MM ADVISE CHANGE = O/S/F TYRE COMING CLOSE ON EDGES APRX 3/5MM

Pass 24 Feb 2011 74,462 miles

N/S/R TYRE WEARING ONINNER EDGE CENTER EXHAUST MOUNTING IN SECURE BUT SUPPORTING EXHAUST

Fail 24 Feb 2011 74,460 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

N/S/R TYRE WEARING ONINNER EDGE CENTER EXHAUST MOUNTING IN SECURE BUT SUPPORTING EXHAUST

Pass 30 Nov 2009 67,730 miles

rear brake pads low aprx 70% worn

Fail 30 Nov 2009 67,730 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

rear brake pads low aprx 70% worn

Pass 25 Jul 2008 60,586 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2008 60,586 miles

Nearside Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

n/s/f wiper split

Pass 20 Jul 2007 54,465 miles

slight judder on front brakes

Pass 21 Nov 2006 49,396 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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CK51 OUJ is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 CK51 OUJ, 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 CK51 OUJ registered?

CK51 OUJ is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 28 November 2001.

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The MOT history for CK51 OUJ shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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