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GV51 COU

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 2324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

132,206 mi
Last recorded132,206 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2022
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV51 COU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,324cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Fail 22 Aug 2022 132,206 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting complete sill front to rear (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting complete sill front to rear (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn both (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Pass 29 Jul 2021 128,313 miles

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

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 7 Aug 2020 119,274 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2019 115,321 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2019 115,321 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2018 111,001 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 98,995 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 96,816 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 92,921 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 89,080 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 85,824 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 81,231 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 77,064 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2011 77,064 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 31 Mar 2010 72,194 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 66,964 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2009 66,964 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2008 61,911 miles

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

Offside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Mar 2007 56,469 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2006 51,052 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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GV51 COU is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 2,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GV51 COU, 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 GV51 COU registered?

GV51 COU is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 11 December 2001.

Is GV51 COU safe to buy?

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