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FY51 GXT

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2018
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

101,293 mi
Last recorded101,293 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2017
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY51 GXT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2017 101,293 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 97,321 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 93,609 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2015 93,609 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Sep 2014 91,486 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2014 91,486 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Sep 2013 87,581 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 84,218 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2012 84,218 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Sep 2011 81,333 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2010 79,245 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2009 77,574 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2009 77,574 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)

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

Pass 2 Oct 2008 75,122 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2007 70,957 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Pass 4 Oct 2007 70,957 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 63,030 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2006 62,943 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Sep 2005 54,561 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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FY51 GXT is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FY51 GXT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FY51 GXT?

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What year was FY51 GXT registered?

FY51 GXT is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 7 September 2001.

Is FY51 GXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY51 GXT shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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