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FN51 XNS

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

107,058 mi
Last recorded107,058 miles
Recorded on30 May 2014
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN51 XNS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 May 2014 107,058 miles
Fail 28 May 2014 107,058 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 1 Oct 2012 101,113 miles

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

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

engine warning light on

Pass 13 Sep 2011 95,394 miles

centre exhaust braket loose.

rear brakes discs worn.

rear tyres worn 2/3mm.

warning lights on dash staying on.

Pass 31 Aug 2010 89,452 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2010 89,418 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2009 81,123 miles

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

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

engine management light on

Pass 22 Aug 2008 72,627 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 62,472 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2006 54,039 miles

Body and paint work damage observed

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

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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FN51 XNS is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FN51 XNS, 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 FN51 XNS registered?

FN51 XNS is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is FN51 XNS safe to buy?

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