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PE51 OXB

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2021
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

149,603 mi
Last recorded149,603 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2020
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE51 OXB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2020 149,603 miles

Offside Front Windscreen seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Nov 2020 149,599 miles

Front Headlamp aim not tested head light lens dirty (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wish bone rear bush is displaced (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wish bone rear bush is displaced (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 May 2019 140,770 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 4 May 2019 140,765 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 May 2018 134,232 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 4 Apr 2017 124,929 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)

Pass 12 Apr 2016 120,526 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2014 104,072 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2014 104,072 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Pass 27 Jul 2013 100,123 miles

o/s stop light faulty.. upper stop light inop

Pass 21 Jul 2012 97,748 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 91,888 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2010 83,961 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2010 83,961 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 79,617 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2008 73,353 miles

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

Fail 1 Sep 2008 73,353 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Aug 2007 64,045 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 53,651 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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PE51 OXB is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 PE51 OXB, 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 PE51 OXB registered?

PE51 OXB is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 8 October 2001.

Is PE51 OXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for PE51 OXB shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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