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KD51 HDO

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2018
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

62,476 mi
Last recorded62,476 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2017
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKD51 HDO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2017 62,476 miles

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 18 May 2016 58,062 miles

Center exhaust box mounting bracket broken but still adequately supported

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Fail 10 May 2016 57,963 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Center exhaust box mounting bracket broken but still adequately supported

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 15 Jun 2015 52,758 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 17 Jun 2014 45,644 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2013 45,131 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2012 43,102 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 41,120 miles

o/s/f fog lamp inop.

Pass 23 Nov 2010 39,510 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 37,200 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 35,328 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2007 32,867 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2006 29,251 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2005 23,634 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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KD51 HDO is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 KD51 HDO, 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 KD51 HDO registered?

KD51 HDO is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 7 December 2001.

Is KD51 HDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for KD51 HDO shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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