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NX51 OWY

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

105,728 mi
Last recorded105,728 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2016
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNX51 OWY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2016 105,728 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 24 Jan 2015 103,918 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2015 103,918 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Oct 2013 94,415 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 82,956 miles

Oil leak

Pass 18 Oct 2011 76,427 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2011 76,426 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Fail 20 Oct 2010 71,228 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

exhaust centre braket snapped off

Pass 20 Oct 2010 71,228 miles

exhaust centre braket snapped off

Pass 28 Oct 2009 66,741 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 62,484 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 58,401 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 51,378 miles

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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NX51 OWY is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 NX51 OWY, 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 NX51 OWY registered?

NX51 OWY is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 6 November 2001.

Is NX51 OWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for NX51 OWY shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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