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JXI 6050

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests28 (21 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

83,234 mi
Last recorded83,234 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJXI 6050
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

21 pass 7 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 83,234 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Jun 2026 83,234 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2025 81,792 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

reverse light not working

Pass 17 May 2024 79,769 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

reverse light not working

Pass 22 May 2023 77,589 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Oil leak, but not excessive Gear box shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 May 2022 74,608 miles
Fail 23 May 2022 74,580 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear axle front mounting (inner sill) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 26 May 2021 70,635 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing damaged on outer sidewall / perishing (3mm) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 May 2020 67,300 miles

reverse light not working

Pass 20 May 2019 61,949 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 55,906 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 31 May 2018 55,906 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jun 2017 50,337 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2017 50,337 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2016 48,660 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment slight lift (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 30 Aug 2016 48,651 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords age cracks in outer side wall (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment slight lift (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 21 Aug 2015 47,100 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2015 47,100 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 31 Jul 2014 45,182 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 43,589 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2013 43,589 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Pass 21 Aug 2012 41,833 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 39,167 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 36,923 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 34,687 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 31,637 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 27,263 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 22,520 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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JXI 6050 is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 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 JXI 6050, 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 JXI 6050 registered?

JXI 6050 is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 5 September 2001.

Is JXI 6050 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JXI 6050 shows 28 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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