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HK51 BSV

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

126,977 mi
Last recorded126,977 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2017
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK51 BSV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2017 126,977 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 123,958 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 119,926 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 119,755 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 113,954 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 107,404 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 105,749 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 103,376 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2009 96,754 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Feb 2009 96,754 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 87,390 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2008 87,367 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Nov 2006 72,705 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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HK51 BSV is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,596cc 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 HK51 BSV, 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

How do I check the history of HK51 BSV?

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What year was HK51 BSV registered?

HK51 BSV is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 28 November 2001.

Is HK51 BSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK51 BSV 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.

Does HK51 BSV have outstanding finance?

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