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FX51 DLP

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2022
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

102,858 mi
Last recorded102,858 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2021
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX51 DLP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2021 102,858 miles

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Sep 2020 95,928 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2019 93,769 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 90,901 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

steering stiff

Pass 11 Aug 2017 87,496 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2017 87,496 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front brake caliper securing device loose (3.5.1j)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

High level stop lamp in/op.

Pass 5 Sep 2016 84,072 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 79,226 miles

both front tyres perishing

nail in offside rear tyre

offside door mirrow cover missing

Pass 22 May 2014 68,684 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 8 May 2013 64,800 miles
Fail 17 May 2012 61,381 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 17 May 2012 61,381 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 55,472 miles
Fail 9 May 2011 55,468 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2010 48,277 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 46,697 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 42,780 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 38,555 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2008 38,555 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 7 Mar 2007 32,023 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 30,731 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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FX51 DLP is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 FX51 DLP, 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 FX51 DLP registered?

FX51 DLP is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is FX51 DLP safe to buy?

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