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GY51 EZD

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 2324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

88,229 mi
Last recorded88,229 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2014
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY51 EZD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,324cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2014 88,229 miles

Advise engine management light on

Pass 10 Jan 2013 83,693 miles

ADVISE AIR BAG LIGHT ON

Fail 10 Jan 2013 83,693 miles

ADVISE AIR BAG LIGHT ON

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Jan 2012 79,046 miles

Advise on condition of o/s wishbone arm bush

Advise on o/s/f anti roll bar link

Pass 11 Jan 2011 74,372 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 8 Jan 2010 70,850 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2009 66,981 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 64,117 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 59,769 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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GY51 EZD is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 2,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 GY51 EZD, 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 GY51 EZD registered?

GY51 EZD is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 13 September 2001.

Is GY51 EZD safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY51 EZD shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GY51 EZD have outstanding finance?

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