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VX51 OAD

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

119,167 mi
Last recorded119,167 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2018
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX51 OAD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2018 119,167 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2017 109,435 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 102,114 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 96,545 miles

undertray broken

Pass 1 Apr 2014 89,052 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2014 89,052 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Apr 2013 80,124 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 22 Mar 2012 75,458 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 68,913 miles

Nearside Front 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 23 Mar 2010 63,163 miles

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

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

driver`s window missing

Pass 25 Mar 2009 51,411 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2009 57,109 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front 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 9 Apr 2008 51,077 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2007 41,109 miles

Nearside Front 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 1 Feb 2006 23,830 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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VX51 OAD is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 VX51 OAD, 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 VX51 OAD registered?

VX51 OAD is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 18 October 2001.

Is VX51 OAD safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX51 OAD shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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