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VX51 OBV

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

92,396 mi
Last recorded92,396 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2014
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX51 OBV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2014 92,396 miles

airbag light coming on intermitantly

Pass 24 Jul 2013 84,809 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 23 Feb 2012 75,219 miles

Front number plate deteriorated

Pass 1 Mar 2011 70,721 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2011 70,685 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Rear fog lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (1.3.2a)

Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 25 Sep 2009 63,899 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2008 52,463 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Nov 2008 52,463 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 47,604 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 41,013 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2006 41,013 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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 OBV is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 OBV, 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 OBV registered?

VX51 OBV is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 8 September 2001.

Is VX51 OBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX51 OBV shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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