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CU51 EZY

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 2324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

70,782 mi
Last recorded70,782 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2016
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU51 EZY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,324cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2016 70,782 miles

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front wiper split on 1 end

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 26 Jun 2015 67,898 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

e.m.l.light on

o/s wiper blade split at end

poss coolant leak

Pass 20 Jun 2014 65,001 miles

engine management light on

Pass 21 Jun 2013 61,873 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2012 58,634 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 26 Jun 2012 58,633 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

n/s/f tyre worn on edge + low on air

Pass 27 Jun 2011 56,297 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 53,823 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 47,095 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 43,827 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 38,210 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 17 Aug 2006 32,426 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 EZY is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 2,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 CU51 EZY, 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 CU51 EZY registered?

CU51 EZY is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 6 September 2001.

Is CU51 EZY safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU51 EZY shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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