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LF51 LXM

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

108,475 mi
Last recorded108,475 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2018
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF51 LXM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2018 108,475 miles

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

Nearside Front seat belt catch cover missing

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded o/s and n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2017 106,445 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2017 106,445 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2016 103,526 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2015 99,952 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Aug 2014 96,764 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 90,950 miles

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

centre exhaust mounting broken but exhaust still supported

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exhaust rattle from cat section

Pass 11 Dec 2012 80,906 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2011 68,574 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2010 59,418 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 17 Dec 2010 59,418 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Dec 2009 51,975 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2008 45,599 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Dec 2007 38,809 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 32,663 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 LXM is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 LXM, 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 LF51 LXM registered?

LF51 LXM is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 24 December 2001.

Is LF51 LXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF51 LXM shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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