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GV51 KAA

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

77,897 mi
Last recorded77,897 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2019
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV51 KAA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2019 77,897 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2019 77,892 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 May 2018 67,182 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 63,444 miles

front wipes splitting

Fail 9 May 2017 63,438 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 66% (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive 59% (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front wipes splitting

Pass 27 Nov 2014 61,935 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 59,438 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 55,061 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 51,432 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Dec 2010 47,575 miles

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

Rear nearside brake binding slightly

Pass 25 Nov 2009 43,656 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2008 33,733 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2008 33,634 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 29 Nov 2007 21,960 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front number plate starting to delaminate

Pass 4 Dec 2006 13,328 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2005 11,543 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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GV51 KAA is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 GV51 KAA, 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 KAA registered?

GV51 KAA is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 December 2001.

Is GV51 KAA safe to buy?

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