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GU51 XGT

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2025
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

69,154 mi
Last recorded69,154 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2024
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU51 XGT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2024 69,154 miles

Lower Exhaust mounting defective Middle bracket (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Coolant leak Coolant leak ns top off engine ()

Nearside Rear Lower Reverse Light don't work

Offside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 18 Aug 2023 68,953 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2022 66,191 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2021 64,526 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2020 61,424 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2019 58,689 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Nov 2019 58,689 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2018 56,041 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Sep 2017 51,607 miles

engine cover fitted obscuring components

front tyres cut

offside rear tyre cut and scalloped

offside rear wheel/brake has slight restricted free movement

Pass 25 Aug 2016 50,233 miles

engine cover fitted obscuring components

offside rear tyre scalloped

Fail 25 Aug 2016 50,233 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

engine cover fitted obscuring components

offside rear tyre scalloped

Pass 25 Aug 2015 48,549 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

engine covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 22 Aug 2014 47,049 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

offside rear tyre cut

Pass 23 Aug 2013 45,410 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

both rear tyres cut in various areas

Fail 21 Aug 2013 45,395 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

both rear tyres cut in various areas

Pass 29 Aug 2012 42,729 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 25 Aug 2011 40,646 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Aug 2010 37,846 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Aug 2009 35,000 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 30,751 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 Aug 2007 27,500 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 23,104 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2005 18,221 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2005 18,221 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

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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GU51 XGT is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GU51 XGT, 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 GU51 XGT registered?

GU51 XGT is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is GU51 XGT safe to buy?

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