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ND51 JRV

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

156,108 mi
Last recorded156,108 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2017
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationND51 JRV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2017 156,108 miles

oil leaks and front reg. has cracks

Fail 24 Jan 2017 156,108 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

oil leaks and front reg. has cracks

Pass 2 Nov 2015 154,717 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

windscreen cracked

Pass 24 Sep 2014 138,197 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 31 Aug 2013 124,405 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

rear brake pipes slightly corroded

Pass 10 Sep 2012 115,708 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 8 Sep 2011 107,209 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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)

Pass 31 Aug 2010 99,170 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

nearside front tyre slightly worn on outer edges

offside front tyre slightly worn on outer edges.

Pass 14 Sep 2009 82,319 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 62,913 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 55,895 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 48,135 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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ND51 JRV is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 ND51 JRV, 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 ND51 JRV registered?

ND51 JRV is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 October 2001.

Is ND51 JRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for ND51 JRV shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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