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GX51 YFN

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

136,120 mi
Last recorded136,120 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2017
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX51 YFN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2017 136,120 miles

engine management light on

rear coil springs corroded

Pass 26 Oct 2016 126,801 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

tail gate difficult to open but is secure in closed position

Pass 19 Nov 2015 119,638 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play not excessive (2.2.B.1f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

centre support bracket broken

slight bind from osr brake

Pass 21 Nov 2014 112,667 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

front wipers smearing screen but not affecting drivers view of the road

Pass 19 Nov 2013 104,388 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 94,743 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2012 94,743 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Dec 2011 83,500 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

both sides front indicator bulbs slightly faded

wiper blades deteriorated

Pass 10 Nov 2010 70,130 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 61,097 miles

Service light illuminated on dash

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

Fail 11 Nov 2009 61,097 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Service light illuminated on dash

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

Pass 14 Nov 2008 52,556 miles

Front Discs corroded on inner face & front pads getting low

Rear Discs lipped & Rear pads getting low

Pass 13 Nov 2007 45,555 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2006 36,838 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 YFN is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 YFN, 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 GX51 YFN registered?

GX51 YFN is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 28 November 2001.

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