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KX51 HKG

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2014
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

105,170 mi
Last recorded105,170 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2013
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX51 HKG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2013 105,170 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2013 92,505 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 79,672 miles

front suspension top mounts have some play

Fail 9 Jan 2012 79,668 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

engine mamagement light on

front suspension top mounts have some play

Pass 8 Jan 2011 54,889 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2010 43,080 miles

engine management light on.

nearside rear tyre slightley perished.

Pass 12 Jan 2009 31,130 miles

warning light stays on

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

nearside and offside front brake discs worn

nearside front tyre tread bald on edges

offside rear tyre pressure was low

Fail 12 Jan 2009 31,130 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

nearside and offside front brake discs worn

nearside front tyre tread bald on edges

offside rear tyre pressure was low

warning light stays on

Pass 5 Nov 2007 26,232 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2007 26,232 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Fail 1 Dec 2006 22,844 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 1 Dec 2006 22,844 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2005 19,353 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image too far to the left (1.6.B4)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.B4)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Pass 7 Nov 2005 19,353 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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KX51 HKG is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KX51 HKG, 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 KX51 HKG registered?

KX51 HKG is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 4 September 2001.

Is KX51 HKG safe to buy?

The MOT history for KX51 HKG shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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