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GN51 VWB

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2013
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

90,759 mi
Last recorded90,759 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2012
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN51 VWB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2012 90,759 miles

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

oil dipstick missing from engine

Fail 15 Jun 2012 90,571 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

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

oil dipstick missing from engine

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

Pass 28 Jun 2011 82,704 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2010 72,997 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2009 63,785 miles

Rear pads and calipers replaced

Pass 24 Jul 2008 60,780 miles

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

Fail 24 Jul 2008 60,780 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2007 51,915 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 42,821 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2006 42,821 miles

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

Offside Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)

Pass 22 Nov 2005

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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GN51 VWB is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 GN51 VWB, 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 GN51 VWB registered?

GN51 VWB is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 23 November 2001.

Is GN51 VWB safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN51 VWB shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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