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JN51 DUB

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

130,195 mi
Last recorded130,195 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJN51 DUB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 130,195 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2024 127,424 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2023 125,008 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2022 122,016 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 119,090 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 117,652 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2016 117,652 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 20 Mar 2015 110,877 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 107,650 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 104,110 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Nearside Inner Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Fail 4 Feb 2013 104,109 miles

Nearside Front 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 Inner Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Nearside Inner Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 2 Feb 2012 91,883 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 91,460 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 86,624 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2010 86,614 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2009 76,373 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Apr 2008 72,691 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 50,746 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 4 Oct 2005 33,033 miles

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

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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JN51 DUB is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 JN51 DUB, 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 JN51 DUB?

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What year was JN51 DUB registered?

JN51 DUB is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is JN51 DUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for JN51 DUB shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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