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DA51 GGE

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

100,491 mi
Last recorded100,491 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2017
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA51 GGE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2017 100,491 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 99,923 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2014 96,863 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 29 Oct 2013 91,562 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 85,408 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 82,031 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2011 82,031 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

traction contol light on...wear to front brakes...distortion to front brakes...o/s/r tyre side wall starting to split

Pass 18 Oct 2010 77,058 miles

traction control light on

Pass 15 Oct 2009 71,326 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 66,323 miles

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 29 Oct 2007 60,966 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 54,183 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 29 Oct 2005 43,512 miles

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

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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DA51 GGE is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 DA51 GGE, 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 DA51 GGE registered?

DA51 GGE is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 30 November 2001.

Is DA51 GGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA51 GGE shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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