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PF51 GVZ

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2023
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

132,018 mi
Last recorded132,018 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2022
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF51 GVZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2022 132,018 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2022 132,018 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 30 Nov 2019 127,762 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 118,614 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2018 118,614 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Nov 2017 109,158 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 99,694 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2016 99,694 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 Nov 2015 89,634 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2015 89,634 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Nov 2014 79,161 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 68,338 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2013 68,338 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Nov 2012 59,532 miles

Full exhaust slightly deteriorated

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 18 Oct 2011 54,748 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 50,799 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Fail 5 Nov 2010 50,799 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Nov 2009 43,661 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 37,339 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 31,633 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 24,683 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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PF51 GVZ is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 PF51 GVZ, 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 PF51 GVZ registered?

PF51 GVZ is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 20 December 2001.

Is PF51 GVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for PF51 GVZ shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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