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HN51 UPV

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

132,266 mi
Last recorded132,266 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2014
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN51 UPV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2014 132,266 miles

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 11 Apr 2014 132,266 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 18 Apr 2013 125,781 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 114,607 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2012 114,599 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2011 103,756 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 95,589 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 9 Apr 2009 85,057 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2008 75,688 miles

Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Apr 2008 75,688 miles

Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Apr 2007 66,354 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 58,221 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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HN51 UPV is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 HN51 UPV, 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 HN51 UPV registered?

HN51 UPV is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 26 October 2001.

Is HN51 UPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for HN51 UPV shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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