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LD51 AUM

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

66,871 mi
Last recorded66,871 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2013
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD51 AUM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2013 66,871 miles

center exhaust mounting bracket is broken

n/s/r brake binding slightly

Fail 31 Oct 2013 66,871 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

center exhaust mounting bracket is broken

engine managment light is on

n/s/r brake binding slightly

Pass 28 Jun 2012 58,966 miles

center exhaust mounting bracket is broken

n/s body damage

o/s cill is damaged

traction control light is on

Pass 22 Mar 2011 46,377 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2010 38,248 miles

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

Fail 30 Mar 2010 38,248 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 17 Jun 2008 32,827 miles

amber warning lamp on , on dash ,exclamation mark within triangle and circle

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

engine management check engine warning lamp on.

Pass 1 May 2007 22,649 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 21,217 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2005 17,706 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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LD51 AUM is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LD51 AUM, 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 LD51 AUM registered?

LD51 AUM is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 21 September 2001.

Is LD51 AUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD51 AUM shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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