MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
131,408 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))
Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight play/ noisey (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (3.5.1i)
Offside Rear tyre cracking
Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (3.5.1i)
Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure cracked and cord exposed (4.1.D.1b)
Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (3.5.1i)
Offside Rear tyre cracking
Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (3.5.1i)
Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
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DU51 NAE is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
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 DU51 NAE, 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 DU51 NAE registered?
DU51 NAE is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 September 2001.
Is DU51 NAE safe to buy?
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