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DK51 EYX

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

96,986 mi
Last recorded96,986 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2013
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK51 EYX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2013 96,986 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2012 88,538 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2012 88,538 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Jun 2011 80,723 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2011 80,705 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fuel cap/sealing device mounting flange/sealing method defective (7.2.4c)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

advise the epc light is on the dash

advise the starter moter is sticking

the throtle can not be maintained at a set amount to test the emisions

Pass 23 Jun 2010 71,120 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2009 62,004 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2009 61,998 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 7 Jul 2008 51,644 miles

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

Nearside rear tyre has splits in rain grooves.Passable at time of test.

Petrol cap cover will not close.

Pass 27 Jun 2007 45,234 miles

both rear tyres cracking on side wall

Pass 20 Jun 2006 39,095 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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DK51 EYX is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 DK51 EYX, 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 DK51 EYX registered?

DK51 EYX is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is DK51 EYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK51 EYX shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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