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GK51 YUN

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

95,782 mi
Last recorded95,782 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2019
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK51 YUN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2019 95,782 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 95,655 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2018 95,655 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 20 Nov 2017 92,404 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 89,329 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 85,666 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 80,425 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2014 80,401 miles

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)

Pass 24 Oct 2013 73,832 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 70,466 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2012 70,466 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Oct 2011 66,095 miles

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

Fail 25 Oct 2011 66,095 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 29 Oct 2010 55,923 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 43,041 miles

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

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge.

Pass 10 Oct 2008 32,913 miles

advise both rear tyre sidewalls deteriorating

Pass 10 Sep 2007 28,378 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 25,248 miles

Front wipers smearing slightly

Nearside front tyre at legal limit

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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GK51 YUN is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 GK51 YUN, 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 GK51 YUN registered?

GK51 YUN is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is GK51 YUN safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK51 YUN shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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