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KE51 NZB

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2022
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

147,037 mi
Last recorded147,037 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2021
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE51 NZB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2021 147,037 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2021 147,034 miles

Exhaust system insecure mid joint/sleeve broken corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn bush debonded (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 8 Jul 2019 143,850 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Jul 2019 143,850 miles

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2018 137,535 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 131,544 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 124,756 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 122,300 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 119,013 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2013 113,827 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 106,986 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 101,946 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2011 101,859 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Jul 2010 94,222 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2009 90,097 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 86,162 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2008 86,151 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 9 Aug 2007 81,003 miles

air bag light on

cut in side wall of n/s/f tyre

Pass 27 Oct 2006 74,292 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2006 74,292 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

air bag light on dash

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 NZB is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 KE51 NZB, 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 KE51 NZB registered?

KE51 NZB is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 3 September 2001.

Is KE51 NZB safe to buy?

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