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LF51 ARU

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

92,491 mi
Last recorded92,491 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2020
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF51 ARU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2020 92,491 miles

Offside Front TOP SUSPENSION MOUNT SLIGHT WORN

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 Aug 2019 90,441 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 19 Aug 2019 90,423 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Aug 2018 87,732 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 82,715 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 77,770 miles

front tyres starting to wear unevenly

n/s rear coil spring condition

n/s rear tyre starting to perish and has a nail in the tread

power steering pipe damp/ corroding

Fail 13 Aug 2016 77,770 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

front tyres starting to wear unevenly

n/s rear coil spring condition

n/s rear tyre starting to perish and has a nail in the tread

power steering pipe damp/ corroding

Pass 15 Aug 2015 72,809 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 66,783 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 61,832 miles

Front tyres wearing uneven

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

Pass 10 Aug 2012 57,634 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 53,766 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 49,367 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 45,161 miles

front tyres near limit

n/s/r tyre low

Pass 30 Aug 2008 40,641 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 36,414 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2006 32,929 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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LF51 ARU is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 LF51 ARU, 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

How do I check the history of LF51 ARU?

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What year was LF51 ARU registered?

LF51 ARU is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 4 September 2001.

Is LF51 ARU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF51 ARU shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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