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LX51 NKO

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

111,016 mi
Last recorded111,016 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2016
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX51 NKO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2016 111,016 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2016 111,016 miles

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

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 30 Dec 2015 100,263 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2014 89,134 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2013 82,709 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

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

brake servo pipe starting to deteriorate.

Pass 28 Dec 2012 74,869 miles

Engine management warning light on

Pass 12 Nov 2011 66,239 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 65,506 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2011 65,506 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 21 Sep 2010 62,266 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 56,460 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 46,014 miles

front tyres wearing on inner edges.

Pass 26 Apr 2007 30,695 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

FRONT DISCS LIGHT RUST

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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LX51 NKO is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 LX51 NKO, 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 LX51 NKO registered?

LX51 NKO is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 5 October 2001.

Is LX51 NKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX51 NKO shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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