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HV51 BGX

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

125,125 mi
Last recorded125,125 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2018
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV51 BGX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2018 125,125 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2016 123,061 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 121,513 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 116,077 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2013 104,027 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2013 103,951 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Engine management light on

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

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2012 95,114 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2011 87,175 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 78,517 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2010 78,355 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 24 Jan 2009 69,695 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2009 69,695 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 27 Dec 2007 57,595 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2007 46,580 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2005 30,842 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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HV51 BGX is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 HV51 BGX, 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 HV51 BGX registered?

HV51 BGX is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 26 October 2001.

Is HV51 BGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV51 BGX shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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