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LD51 ZMZ

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2017
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

101,405 mi
Last recorded101,405 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2016
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD51 ZMZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2016 101,405 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 92,127 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 85,974 miles

both rear brakes have slight resistance to rotation

Pass 21 Sep 2013 77,739 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2012 67,116 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

rear coil springs corroded

rear no plate deteriorated

Pass 5 Sep 2011 57,764 miles

damage to offside seal

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Anti-roll bar worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

offside track rod arm has slight play in ball joint

Fail 5 Sep 2011 57,764 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Anti-roll bar worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

damage to offside seal

offside track rod arm has slight play in ball joint

Pass 31 Aug 2010 48,783 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 31 Aug 2010 48,782 miles

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

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 3 Sep 2009 39,941 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2009 39,941 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 13 Sep 2008 32,595 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 11 Sep 2007 20,185 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 14,444 miles

damage to bodywork

Pass 22 Sep 2005 12,542 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 ZMZ is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 ZMZ, 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 ZMZ registered?

LD51 ZMZ is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 29 October 2001.

Is LD51 ZMZ safe to buy?

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