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LO51 NDX

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

105,166 mi
Last recorded105,166 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2020
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO51 NDX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2020 105,166 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

r.h inner sill corroded

r.h. rear brake binding slightly

Fail 11 Jan 2020 105,166 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

r.h inner sill corroded

r.h. rear brake binding slightly

Pass 4 Jan 2019 101,509 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 Jan 2018 97,968 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 93,493 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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 9 Jan 2016 89,368 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Front 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 10 Jan 2015 85,717 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 82,676 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2014 82,676 miles

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

heat plate missing on cat

reverse lights not working

Pass 15 Apr 2013 80,733 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 76,104 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 71,822 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 67,950 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 59,905 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 53,787 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2007 53,787 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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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LO51 NDX is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 LO51 NDX, 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 LO51 NDX registered?

LO51 NDX is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 14 September 2001.

Is LO51 NDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LO51 NDX shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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