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MX51 RSV

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2019
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

89,800 mi
Last recorded89,800 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2018
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX51 RSV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2018 89,800 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2017 84,124 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

Front both front brake discs back plates corroded and damaged

Fail 5 Jan 2017 84,117 miles

Central Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate and flash (1.1.C.1e)

Emissions not tested failed emissions on natural idle test (7.3.A.1)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

Front both front brake discs back plates corroded and damaged

Pass 25 May 2016 80,332 miles
Fail 25 May 2016 80,332 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2015 75,218 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 69,318 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2014 69,318 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 1 Feb 2013 65,170 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Feb 2013 65,170 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 58,342 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 51,970 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 50,664 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 46,150 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2008 46,150 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 8 Nov 2007 41,608 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 32,855 miles

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

Offside 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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MX51 RSV is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 MX51 RSV, 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 MX51 RSV registered?

MX51 RSV is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is MX51 RSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX51 RSV shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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