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GV51 FVG

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2025
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

80,923 mi
Last recorded80,923 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2024
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV51 FVG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2024 80,923 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Jan 2024 80,923 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Jan 2023 78,958 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective light out put slightly reduced (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective light output slightly reduced (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2021 76,718 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Nov 2020 74,773 miles

wiper blades worn

Pass 26 Nov 2019 72,358 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 69,557 miles

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

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

check out fuel filter, not leaking but signs of corrosion

Pass 18 Nov 2017 66,227 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both sides (3.6.B.4e)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

Pass 10 Nov 2016 62,363 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2015 59,073 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 56,079 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 12 Nov 2013 52,455 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Nov 2012 48,933 miles

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

O/s/f Brake disc corroded

Pass 7 Nov 2011 45,537 miles

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)

engine management lamp on

Pass 12 Nov 2010 42,302 miles

advice o/s/r tyre cut in inside edge not deep enough to reach cords

advice slight binding n/s/r brake

Pass 4 Nov 2009 38,112 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 32,661 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2007 29,112 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2006 24,411 miles

Rear No Plate de-lamintaed. Avise. Replaced during test

Fail 8 Nov 2006 24,411 miles

Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Rear No Plate de-lamintaed. Avise. Replaced during test

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 FVG is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 FVG, 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 GV51 FVG registered?

GV51 FVG is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 7 November 2001.

Is GV51 FVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV51 FVG shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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