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VO51 FNX

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

171,685 mi
Last recorded171,685 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2019
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO51 FNX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2019 171,685 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Nov 2019 171,685 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 4 Dec 2018 165,653 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 158,420 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2017 158,420 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 May 2016 150,638 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 143,772 miles

centre exhaust bracket corroded

Pass 7 May 2014 138,413 miles
Fail 7 May 2013 136,818 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 7 May 2013 136,818 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 127,420 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 117,733 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2010 102,558 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2009 87,541 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

slight play in front strutt top rubber bearings

Pass 12 Jan 2009 87,541 miles

slight play in front strutt top rubber bearings

Pass 11 Jan 2008 73,501 miles

front tyres 2-3mm tread depth

Pass 19 Jan 2007 61,371 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2006 50,103 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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VO51 FNX is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 VO51 FNX, 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 VO51 FNX registered?

VO51 FNX is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 7 September 2001.

Is VO51 FNX safe to buy?

The MOT history for VO51 FNX shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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