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GX51 FOP

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

89,221 mi
Last recorded89,221 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2016
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX51 FOP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2016 89,221 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 86,034 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 81,921 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2014 81,921 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 16 Aug 2013 76,839 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Aug 2012 71,471 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

bothside front tyres worn from inner edges

offside drive shaft inner gaitor loose

offside rear tyre worn from inner edge

Pass 17 Aug 2011 67,922 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nail in n/s/r tyre,oil switch disconnected & oil level high

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 17 Aug 2011 67,922 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nail in n/s/r tyre,oil switch disconnected & oil level high

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Jul 2010 65,062 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 61,492 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 56,865 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 41,978 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 32,511 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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GX51 FOP is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Red 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 GX51 FOP, 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 GX51 FOP registered?

GX51 FOP is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is GX51 FOP safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX51 FOP 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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