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WF51 XUY

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2015
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

16,606 mi
Last recorded16,606 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2014
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF51 XUY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2014 16,606 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2013 89,789 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 28 Nov 2012 84,161 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2012 84,113 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 3 Nov 2011 77,802 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 67,819 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 61,042 miles

corrosion and wear on front brake disc's

nail in n/s/r tyre

Pass 30 Oct 2008 46,109 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 35,531 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 25,024 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2005 22,942 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2005 22,934 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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WF51 XUY is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 WF51 XUY, 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 WF51 XUY registered?

WF51 XUY is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 16 November 2001.

Is WF51 XUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for WF51 XUY shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WF51 XUY have outstanding finance?

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