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LC51 RHZ

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2024
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

83,867 mi
Last recorded83,867 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2023
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC51 RHZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2023 83,867 miles

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

Fail 27 Jan 2023 83,867 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) INNER TRACK ROD END (2.3 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2021 75,694 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ns+os, heavily worn on inner edge(almost bald) no cords (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play track rod arm/tie rod, slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from body to flexi on axle (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on sidewall and crown(under load) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slight cracking on crown with wear on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 Oct 2021 75,694 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ns+os, heavily worn on inner edge(almost bald) no cords (5.2.3 (e))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play track rod arm/tie rod, slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from body to flexi on axle (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on sidewall and crown(under load) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slight cracking on crown with wear on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Oct 2020 68,550 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2019 63,981 miles

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Pass 22 Oct 2018 62,274 miles

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Pass 24 Oct 2017 59,774 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 27 Oct 2016 56,663 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 27 Oct 2015 54,862 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 53,512 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 47,936 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 43,681 miles

engine warning light staying on

Fail 24 Oct 2012 43,681 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

engine warning light staying on

Pass 25 Oct 2011 40,727 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2011 40,727 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 26 Oct 2010 35,115 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2010 35,115 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Oct 2009 32,296 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 27,639 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Nov 2007 24,227 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 20,760 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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LC51 RHZ is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 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 LC51 RHZ, 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 LC51 RHZ registered?

LC51 RHZ is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 29 October 2001.

Is LC51 RHZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC51 RHZ shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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