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FJ51 VLP

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

192,980 mi
Last recorded192,980 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2017
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ51 VLP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2017 192,980 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 187,575 miles

front tyres worn

Fail 6 Jul 2016 187,553 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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)

some damage to o/s and n/s outer sills

some scratch damage to zone a of windscreen

Pass 27 Oct 2014 179,456 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 20 Oct 2014 179,269 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 24 Oct 2013 170,307 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Fail 22 Oct 2013 170,291 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 17 Oct 2012 15,968 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2011 147,977 miles

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

n/s/r wheel trim missing

slight damage to o/s and n/s outer sills

starter motor noisy on start-up

Pass 23 Aug 2010 137,909 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2010 137,909 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 1 Sep 2009 125,080 miles

Front tyres nearside and offside wearing on inner edge

Nearside front and rear tyres 2mm

Offside front and rear tyre 3mm

Pass 27 Aug 2008 113,508 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 100,161 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2006 93,734 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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FJ51 VLP is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 FJ51 VLP, 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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FJ51 VLP is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 September 2001.

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