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RX51 EXF

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2024
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

93,275 mi
Last recorded93,275 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2023
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX51 EXF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2023 93,275 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2023 93,243 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Emissions unable to be completed Due to bad oil leak (8.2.1.2 (d))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Wiper slightly split

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 9 Sep 2022 90,456 miles

Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

headlights deteriorating

Fail 26 Aug 2022 90,447 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

headlights deteriorating

Pass 1 Sep 2021 89,511 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2021 89,511 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

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

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2020 86,406 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 80,608 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 17 Aug 2018 78,295 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2018 78,293 miles

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Aug 2017 75,475 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

top engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 2 Jul 2016 70,359 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 65,183 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

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

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 17 Sep 2014 60,317 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2014 60,256 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Sep 2013 54,227 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 48,532 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2012 48,532 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

unable to open petrol flap

Pass 25 Aug 2011 43,734 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 39,133 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Wiper blades deteriorating

Pass 29 Aug 2009 34,482 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 28,181 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 21,028 miles

n/s/r brake pads getting low (approx 3mm)

Pass 5 Sep 2006 16,647 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2006 16,641 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 carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

both front tyres getting low on edges

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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RX51 EXF is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 RX51 EXF, 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 RX51 EXF registered?

RX51 EXF is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is RX51 EXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX51 EXF shows 25 tests with a 72% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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