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SG51 VXR

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

95,430 mi
Last recorded95,430 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2017
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG51 VXR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2017 95,430 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 85,604 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2016 85,604 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick rear (3.5.1g)

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 has a major leak of exhaust gases backbox and centre section (7.1.2)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front both rear (2.4.G.2)

childseat n,s,r cant inspect seatbelt

Pass 11 Mar 2015 83,350 miles

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

Fail 10 Mar 2015 83,350 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2014 80,083 miles

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

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

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

exhaust heatshield loose

Fail 12 Feb 2013 73,100 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 12 Feb 2013 73,100 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 67,482 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 59,193 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2010 51,662 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 43,585 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2007 33,305 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2006 27,039 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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SG51 VXR is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 SG51 VXR, 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

How do I check the history of SG51 VXR?

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What year was SG51 VXR registered?

SG51 VXR is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 7 September 2001.

Is SG51 VXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG51 VXR shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SG51 VXR have outstanding finance?

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