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WA51 JYX

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

112,828 mi
Last recorded112,828 miles
Recorded on22 May 2018
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA51 JYX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 May 2018 112,828 miles
Fail 22 May 2018 112,828 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 May 2017 106,247 miles

Front Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush both (2.5.B.2b)

Pass 25 May 2016 97,686 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated o/s and n/s front brake hoses (3.6.B.4d)

Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly o/s and n/s front top strut mountings (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 12 May 2015 89,412 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 81,649 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 72,019 miles

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

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

Pass 31 May 2012 66,499 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)

Fail 29 May 2012 66,499 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 22 Jan 2010 59,043 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2009 49,168 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2009 49,168 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Jan 2008 39,914 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 38,530 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2006 36,090 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2006 36,089 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 20 Sep 2005 35,620 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Lower Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Sep 2005 35,620 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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WA51 JYX is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 WA51 JYX, 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 WA51 JYX registered?

WA51 JYX is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 14 September 2001.

Is WA51 JYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA51 JYX shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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