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GF51 TYZ

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2025
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

123,997 mi
Last recorded123,997 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2024
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF51 TYZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2024 123,997 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 123,749 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 123,277 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 121,576 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 120,239 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 119,144 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 112,603 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 106,301 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

oil leak

Pass 23 May 2012 102,363 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2011 97,947 miles

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

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

Pass 20 May 2010 92,131 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 87,345 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 84,524 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2007 77,659 miles

Nearside Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 10 Nov 2007 77,659 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

registration plate not displaying a BSAU 145d marking (6.3.3b)

registration plate not displaying the name of the supplying outlet (6.3.3a)

Nearside Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 8 Nov 2006 59,203 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2005 37,433 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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GF51 TYZ is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 GF51 TYZ, 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

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What year was GF51 TYZ registered?

GF51 TYZ is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 30 November 2001.

Is GF51 TYZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF51 TYZ shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GF51 TYZ have outstanding finance?

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