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EF51 FVZ

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

61,692 mi
Last recorded61,692 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2017
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF51 FVZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2017 61,692 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

all brake discs corroded

Pass 21 Dec 2015 61,637 miles

child seat fitted

Pass 22 Dec 2014 59,609 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2013 57,092 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2012 53,687 miles

center exhaust mount broken

heat shield around catalitic converter coroded.

Pass 20 Dec 2011 50,265 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

center exhaust mount corroded but is suporting the exhaust system

Fail 20 Dec 2011 50,265 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

center exhaust mount corroded but is suporting the exhaust system

Fail 21 Dec 2010 47,174 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

front brake discs slightly lipped

Pass 21 Dec 2010 47,174 miles

front brake discs slightly lipped

Pass 21 Dec 2009 44,675 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 22 Dec 2008 42,444 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 39,401 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 4 Dec 2006 37,250 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2006 37,245 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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)

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

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

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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EF51 FVZ is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 EF51 FVZ, 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 EF51 FVZ registered?

EF51 FVZ is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 30 November 2001.

Is EF51 FVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF51 FVZ shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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