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KL51 CKO

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

124,771 mi
Last recorded124,771 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2017
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKL51 CKO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2017 124,771 miles

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

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 21 Jun 2016 120,819 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 113,280 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 108,228 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 17 Mar 2014 108,069 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 27 Mar 2013 103,400 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2013 103,400 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Sep 2011 96,558 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 86,701 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 76,850 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2009 76,849 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Sep 2008 66,267 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 55,880 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 46,702 miles

Offside Rear 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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KL51 CKO is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 KL51 CKO, 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 KL51 CKO registered?

KL51 CKO is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 27 September 2001.

Is KL51 CKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for KL51 CKO shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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