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GJ51 LHX

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2017
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

73,067 mi
Last recorded73,067 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2016
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ51 LHX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2016 73,067 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 69,859 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 65,212 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 60,604 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 57,294 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 54,549 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2010 51,800 miles

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

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 7 Sep 2009 49,926 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2008 47,876 miles

Nearside Rear 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 31 Aug 2007 45,161 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 41,327 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 17 Aug 2006 41,327 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 21 Sep 2005 30,418 miles

front brake pads worn low.

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

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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GJ51 LHX is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 GJ51 LHX, 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 GJ51 LHX registered?

GJ51 LHX is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 3 September 2001.

Is GJ51 LHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ51 LHX shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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