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GF51 KTN

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2019
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

85,890 mi
Last recorded85,890 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2018
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF51 KTN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2018 85,890 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2018 85,890 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 31 Mar 2017 83,792 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2017 83,792 miles

Front obligatory indirect vision device seriously damaged affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 12 Mar 2016 78,235 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

both side rear tyres has cracks

brake pads light warning light on

eml light on

Fail 12 Mar 2016 78,235 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

both side rear tyres has cracks

brake pads light warning light on

eml light on

Pass 1 Apr 2015 74,629 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2015 74,629 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Mar 2014 71,103 miles

centre stop light not working

front under wing splash guards insecure

nearside rear tyre cracking around edge of tread

Pass 21 Mar 2013 67,127 miles

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

front undertray loose

Fail 21 Mar 2013 67,127 miles

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

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front undertray loose

Pass 27 Mar 2012 63,106 miles

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

all four tyres starting to perish

exhaust system corroded

Pass 30 Mar 2011 60,070 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 56,714 miles

exhaust systerm corroded

unable to check for leaks underbody wet

Pass 31 Mar 2009 52,999 miles

front tyre wearing on inside edges

Fail 28 Mar 2009 52,996 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 carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

front tyre wearing on inside edges

Pass 10 Mar 2008 49,088 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 45,285 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2005 38,964 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner and outer edges(both on 3mm)

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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GF51 KTN is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,984cc 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 GF51 KTN, 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 GF51 KTN registered?

GF51 KTN is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 16 October 2001.

Is GF51 KTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF51 KTN 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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