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GU51 ZDK

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2016
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

139,456 mi
Last recorded139,456 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2015
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU51 ZDK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2015 139,456 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 132,336 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 121,389 miles

Front discs corroded but met efficiency

N/S/R Out of shape inner edge

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear discs corroded but met efficiency

Pass 5 Jul 2012 112,147 miles

front and rear discs pitted but met efficiency

Pass 5 Jul 2011 104,360 miles

advise front and rear discs corroded but meet requirements

Fail 5 Jul 2011 104,360 miles

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

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

advise front and rear discs corroded but meet requirements

Pass 6 Jul 2010 96,103 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2010 96,103 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Jul 2009 88,502 miles

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front 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 2 Sep 2008 87,084 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 78,281 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 64,130 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2005 51,135 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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GU51 ZDK is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 ZDK, 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 ZDK registered?

GU51 ZDK is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 3 September 2001.

Is GU51 ZDK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU51 ZDK shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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