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CV51 XUJ

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

43,906 mi
Last recorded43,906 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV51 XUJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 43,906 miles

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 17 Jan 2025 42,828 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2024 39,738 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and rear (0.1 (b))

Fail 12 Jan 2024 39,738 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and rear (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Jan 2023 38,158 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both front indicators (4.4.3 (a))

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Jan 2022 35,949 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2021 34,381 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2020 33,433 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2019 31,195 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2018 28,903 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 26,854 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 25,058 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2015 23,579 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Jan 2015 23,579 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 21,599 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 19,602 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 18,072 miles

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

front discs worn and corroded

Pass 20 Jan 2011 12,259 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 15,856 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2008 14,632 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 13,402 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 11,853 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2005 10,067 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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CV51 XUJ is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 CV51 XUJ, 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

How do I check the history of CV51 XUJ?

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What year was CV51 XUJ registered?

CV51 XUJ is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 12 December 2001.

Is CV51 XUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CV51 XUJ shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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