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CU51 DMR

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

85,282 mi
Last recorded85,282 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU51 DMR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 85,282 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 29 Apr 2025 78,331 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Apr 2025 78,330 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 May 2024 75,748 miles
Fail 13 May 2024 75,746 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2023 73,309 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2022 71,272 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4-discs rusty -- possible lack of use (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Sep 2020 66,125 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 19 Sep 2019 51,627 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2017 39,963 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2017 39,963 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2016 35,660 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 31,213 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front tyres are very close to limit 1.68mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Aug 2014 25,183 miles

Nearside front tyre 2.6mm,,,Offside front tyre 2.6mm

Pass 27 Aug 2013 20,434 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 19,456 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 17,476 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 16,302 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 13,914 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 12,761 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 10,150 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 8,446 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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CU51 DMR is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 CU51 DMR, 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 CU51 DMR registered?

CU51 DMR is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is CU51 DMR safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU51 DMR shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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