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DY51 NVJ

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2021
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

109,019 mi
Last recorded109,019 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2020
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY51 NVJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2020 109,019 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2019 105,177 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2019 105,177 miles

Rear Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2018 101,269 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2018 101,269 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 1 Aug 2017 94,686 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 88,136 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 84,685 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 80,803 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

oil leak

Pass 31 Jul 2013 77,822 miles

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

Fail 31 Jul 2013 77,822 miles

Rear registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 19 Jul 2012 63,630 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 60,780 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 57,493 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 53,137 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 49,142 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 42,541 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 34,727 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2005 26,413 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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DY51 NVJ is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 DY51 NVJ, 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 DY51 NVJ?

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What year was DY51 NVJ registered?

DY51 NVJ is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 20 September 2001.

Is DY51 NVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY51 NVJ shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DY51 NVJ have outstanding finance?

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