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PG51 DWC

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2022
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

109,306 mi
Last recorded109,306 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2021
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPG51 DWC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2021 109,306 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2020 108,010 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2019 107,281 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also cracking in between treads (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Reverse light not working

Fail 11 Jul 2019 107,280 miles

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

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also cracking in between treads (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Reverse light not working

Pass 10 Jul 2018 105,910 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Jul 2018 105,910 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2017 103,696 miles

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

Offside Front Inner bush debonding around sleeve for secure bolt

rear brakes binding, no evidence during RBT

Pass 6 Jul 2016 102,131 miles

Advise oil leaking from engine

Advise slight brake bind from both rear brakes

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2015 100,543 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2014 95,517 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Jul 2013 89,718 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

exhaust/cat heat shield loose and bolts corroded away.

offside front tyre worn on edges,rest of tread getting low.

slight damage to rear registration plate.

Fail 29 Jul 2013 89,718 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

exhaust/cat heat shield loose and bolts corroded away.

offside front tyre worn on edges,rest of tread getting low.

slight damage to rear registration plate.

Pass 23 Jul 2012 80,430 miles

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

front wiper split, clearing screen effectively. no reason for rfr

Pass 27 Jul 2011 72,333 miles

Oil leak

center exhaust mounting broken ,but is still supported.

Fail 27 Jul 2011 72,333 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

center exhaust mounting broken ,but is still supported.

Pass 26 Jul 2010 64,821 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

cetre exhaust mounting broken but is still supported

offside front wiper split but still clearing screen at time of test

Pass 10 Aug 2009 56,928 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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 22 Jul 2008 47,400 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2008 47,400 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Aug 2007 40,865 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 31,852 miles

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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PG51 DWC 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 76.2%.

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 PG51 DWC, 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.

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What year was PG51 DWC registered?

PG51 DWC is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 12 October 2001.

Is PG51 DWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for PG51 DWC shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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