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FD51 HKY

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

108,118 mi
Last recorded108,118 miles
Recorded on31 May 2019
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD51 HKY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 May 2019 108,118 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 28 May 2019 108,118 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both front (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp(s) all not working all rear stop lamps inop (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Apr 2019 108,094 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault E P C Lamp on (7.12 (e))

Emissions not tested Excessive smoke from exhaust (8.2.1.2 (d))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Both exhaust sleeve brackets broken

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both front hoses (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Fuel tank straps have corrosion

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Jan 2019 108,072 miles

Emissions not tested to much smoke to carry out test (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Both sides inner sills corroded not excessive

Pass 14 Dec 2017 103,219 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2016 100,422 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 28 Nov 2015 98,003 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2014 94,137 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 89,886 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 83,972 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 76,852 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 68,129 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 59,062 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 49,537 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 41,210 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 32,021 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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FD51 HKY is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 FD51 HKY, 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 FD51 HKY registered?

FD51 HKY is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 December 2001.

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