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KE51 NCJ

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

69,265 mi
Last recorded69,265 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2021
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE51 NCJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2021 69,265 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 16 Sep 2020 66,093 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 53,990 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear slightly rough when on rotation

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 10 Sep 2019 53,990 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear slightly rough when on rotation

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Sep 2018 48,440 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 42,799 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 36,372 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 28,546 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 22,661 miles

front olate cracked

nsf tyre wall damaged

Pass 13 Sep 2013 18,641 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

front plate cracked

Pass 14 Sep 2012 17,456 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside front tyre, has minor cuts to sidewall.

Pass 15 Sep 2011 16,060 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 14,044 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2010 14,043 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2009 11,372 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2009 11,372 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Fail 16 Sep 2008 10,523 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 16 Sep 2008 10,523 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 8,946 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 7,935 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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KE51 NCJ is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 KE51 NCJ, 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 KE51 NCJ registered?

KE51 NCJ is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 20 September 2001.

Is KE51 NCJ safe to buy?

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