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LX51 UZA

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

124,639 mi
Last recorded124,639 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2018
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX51 UZA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2018 124,639 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 108,304 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 103,100 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2015 103,100 miles

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

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 24 May 2014 96,672 miles
Fail 24 May 2014 96,672 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 May 2013 87,191 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 76,680 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 61,751 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2011 61,751 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Jun 2010 54,272 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2010 54,272 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Sep 2009 50,704 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 43,567 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 36,894 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2007 36,894 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 14 Sep 2006 33,337 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2005 29,805 miles

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

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 UZA is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 LX51 UZA, 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.

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What year was LX51 UZA registered?

LX51 UZA is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is LX51 UZA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX51 UZA shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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