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FL51 VXB

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2019
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

109,404 mi
Last recorded109,404 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2018
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL51 VXB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2018 109,404 miles

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 3 Apr 2018 109,402 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)

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

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 23 Mar 2017 100,023 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 1 Apr 2016 91,853 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 86,729 miles

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

front engine tray is not secure

Fail 22 Apr 2015 86,721 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

front engine tray is not secure

Pass 1 Apr 2014 80,731 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 74,950 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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)

Offside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 11 Oct 2011 69,182 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 69,131 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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)

front brake discs corroded outer side

Pass 12 May 2011 69,127 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2010 63,385 miles

Both front wipers are torn

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear O/s sill corroding

Rear exhaust pipe is corroding

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 4 Oct 2010 63,385 miles

Both front wipers are torn

Rear O/s sill corroding

Rear exhaust pipe is corroding

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 2 Oct 2009 52,168 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 6 Oct 2008 40,655 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2008 40,655 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Sep 2007 28,468 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 24,681 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

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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FL51 VXB is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FL51 VXB, 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 FL51 VXB registered?

FL51 VXB is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 19 September 2001.

Is FL51 VXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL51 VXB shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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