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KM51 LPE

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2022
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

96,205 mi
Last recorded96,205 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2021
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM51 LPE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2021 96,205 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 5 Jan 2021 96,180 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating disc worn and warped (1.2.1 (e))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside front (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside and near side rear (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle joint (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust mounting defective middle (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 10 Dec 2019 91,997 miles

Nearside Outer sill damaged not affecting structure

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Fail 9 Dec 2019 91,986 miles

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

Nearside Outer sill damaged not affecting structure

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 25 Jun 2018 84,223 miles

exhaust bracket broken

Fail 23 Jun 2018 84,221 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

exhaust bracket broken

Pass 20 Jun 2017 78,784 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded near side front and off side front (3.6.B.2c)

front wiper blades slightly deteriorated

Pass 20 Jun 2016 73,056 miles

both rear tyres slightly perished (small cracks between tread)

engine warning light on

Fail 9 Jun 2016 73,042 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 carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

both rear tyres slightly perished (small cracks between tread)

engine warning light on

Pass 2 Jun 2015 67,517 miles

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

engine warning light on

Pass 18 Jun 2014 62,620 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2013 60,542 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 58,099 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 54,181 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 52,480 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 49,857 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 48,604 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2007 46,571 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 41,819 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2005 31,896 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2005 31,896 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.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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KM51 LPE is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 KM51 LPE, 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 KM51 LPE registered?

KM51 LPE is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 12 December 2001.

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The MOT history for KM51 LPE shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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