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CN51 XYR

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

155,957 mi
Last recorded155,957 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2019
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCN51 XYR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2019 155,957 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2018 151,707 miles

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

Fail 10 Jan 2018 151,706 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Pass 30 Dec 2016 148,180 miles

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

Fail 22 Dec 2016 148,177 miles

Central Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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)

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (7.1.2)

Pass 31 Dec 2015 144,445 miles

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

Pass 24 Dec 2014 139,772 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

engine light on

Fail 23 Dec 2014 139,772 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

centre exhaust heat shield loose

engine light on

Pass 31 Dec 2013 136,016 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2012 129,604 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Offside rear tyre mishaped 205/55/16

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Pass 9 Dec 2011 120,550 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2010 108,385 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 94,887 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2009 94,887 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 19 Dec 2008 84,823 miles

Oil leak

Pass 11 Dec 2007 72,759 miles

FRONT WIPER BLADES STARTING TO SPLIT BUT STILL CLAERING SCREEN CORRECTLY

Pass 15 Dec 2006 54,211 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2005 39,707 miles

both rear tyres uneven wear and nearside rear on 2mm

heavy cracking to nearside front tyre

rust on front and rear brake discs

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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CN51 XYR is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 CN51 XYR, 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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CN51 XYR is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 22 December 2001.

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