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LD51 AXS

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2017
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

125,321 mi
Last recorded125,321 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2017
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD51 AXS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Fail 4 Jun 2017 125,321 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault on and off during test (3.4.1c)

Emissions not tested excessive exhaust blow (7.3.A.1)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release case broken (5.2.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

N/S/F tyre worn on outer edge

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 31 May 2016 117,115 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 110,105 miles
Fail 26 May 2015 110,098 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2014 100,187 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2013 93,046 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2013 93,035 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 12 Jul 2012 86,206 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2011 80,404 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 75,575 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2010 75,483 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 1 Sep 2009 70,469 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 29 Aug 2008 62,480 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2008 62,480 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2007 54,531 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2007 54,531 miles

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

engine management light stays on

Pass 20 Jun 2006 43,955 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2005 34,500 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 AXS is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LD51 AXS, 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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LD51 AXS is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 September 2001.

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