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FX51 POG

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 2324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2019
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

87,003 mi
Last recorded87,003 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2018
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX51 POG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,324cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2018 87,003 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 81,762 miles

management light on

Fail 25 Sep 2017 81,762 miles

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

management light on

Pass 12 Sep 2016 76,170 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2015 72,155 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2014 68,142 miles

all brake discs worn

all tyres worn on inner edges and 3mm

Pass 3 Oct 2013 64,140 miles

front tyres wearing on edges

rear tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 4 Oct 2012 60,952 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 55,895 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 50,788 miles

engine managment warning lamp illuminated

front tyres worn on inside edges

nearside front to rear brake pipe showing slight signs of corrosion

nearside rear brake pipe showing slight signs of corrosion

Pass 5 Oct 2009 46,229 miles

catalytic converter heat shield insecure

exhaust system slightly corroded

Pass 3 Oct 2008 41,559 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 37,584 miles

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)

Pass 2 Oct 2006 33,839 miles

Both rear tyre treads starting to crack

Inner face of front brake discs corroded

Pass 8 Oct 2005 27,185 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 POG is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 2,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 FX51 POG, 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 POG registered?

FX51 POG is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 3 October 2001.

Is FX51 POG safe to buy?

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