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VX51 WZH

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

127,780 mi
Last recorded127,780 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2017
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX51 WZH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2017 127,780 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 121,929 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 115,852 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

Fail 4 Jun 2014 113,009 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

nearside front tyre worn to the limit on inner edge

Pass 4 Jun 2014 113,009 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

nearside front tyre worn to the limit on inner edge

Fail 29 May 2013 104,589 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

front tyres worn on inner edges

slight corrosion on rear b rake discs

Pass 29 May 2013 104,589 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nail in nearside rear tyre

front tyres worn on inner edges

slight corrosion on rear b rake discs

Pass 10 May 2012 97,003 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 5 May 2011 88,561 miles
Fail 4 May 2011 88,558 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 22 Mar 2010 76,883 miles

nearside rear tyre uneven wear

Pass 9 Mar 2009 66,432 miles

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

brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 20 Mar 2008 57,489 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 28 Feb 2007 43,633 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 WZH is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,984cc 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 VX51 WZH, 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 WZH registered?

VX51 WZH is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 24 October 2001.

Is VX51 WZH safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX51 WZH 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.

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