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HY51 HXB

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

100,197 mi
Last recorded100,197 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2018
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY51 HXB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Fail 11 Sep 2018 100,197 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 14 Sep 2017 97,072 miles

All 4 tyres low / deteriorated

o/s/f outer cv boot worn

Pass 20 Jun 2016 92,403 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 87,214 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

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

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

center section, heat sheild insecure

center section,exhaust hanger broken

Pass 27 May 2014 83,315 miles

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

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

Fail 27 May 2014 83,315 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 30 May 2013 77,384 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 70,443 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 63,202 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

INFORMATION-dent in osf door,rear panel and sill

Pass 16 Apr 2010 56,819 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2010 56,819 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Mar 2009 51,241 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 47,593 miles

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

n/s/f wiper bubber split on ends

n/s/r tyre worn uneven

o/s/ sill damaged

Pass 13 Nov 2006 42,861 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2005 38,921 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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HY51 HXB is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,781cc 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 HY51 HXB, 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 HY51 HXB registered?

HY51 HXB is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 20 September 2001.

Is HY51 HXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY51 HXB 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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