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PN51 WZH

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2015
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

108,687 mi
Last recorded108,687 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2014
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN51 WZH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2014 108,687 miles

osf strut top mount has slight movement

osr tyre starting to deteriate

Pass 5 Jul 2013 99,073 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 91,460 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 87,248 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 73,398 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 66,535 miles
Fail 19 May 2009 66,535 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 May 2008 61,233 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 56,375 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 53,174 miles

Advise white light showing slightly from front indicator bulbs.N/S/F tyre has cuts on inner side wall.Slight bulge in N/S/R tyre.N/S/R wheel buckeld.Rear inner brake pads getting low.Emissions test,car revs up & down between 2000 to 4000 RPM.Oil leak

Pass 21 Feb 2006 45,361 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2006 44,189 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2006 44,186 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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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PN51 WZH is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 PN51 WZH, 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 PN51 WZH registered?

PN51 WZH is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is PN51 WZH safe to buy?

The MOT history for PN51 WZH shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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