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WL51 KNK

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

124,751 mi
Last recorded124,751 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2017
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL51 KNK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2017 124,751 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 119,959 miles

both front lower arm rear bush splitting

Pass 30 Jun 2015 115,923 miles

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

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

crack in near side front windscreen ,

Fail 30 Jun 2015 115,923 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

crack in near side front windscreen ,

Fail 24 Jun 2014 112,346 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 24 Jun 2014 112,346 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2013 96,019 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Jan 2013 96,019 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 75,341 miles

O/S/R TYRE WEARING UNEVEN ON INNER EDGE

WEAR IN BOTH FRONT SHOCKABSORBER TOP MOUNTINGS

Fail 6 Jan 2012 75,341 miles

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

O/S/R TYRE WEARING UNEVEN ON INNER EDGE

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

WEAR IN BOTH FRONT SHOCKABSORBER TOP MOUNTINGS

Pass 17 Dec 2010 54,936 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES WEARING ON INNER EDGES

Pass 2 Jan 2010 45,715 miles

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

Nearside rear tyre is starting to perish on side walls

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

Pass 17 Dec 2008 36,926 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2007 30,403 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 14 Dec 2006 26,006 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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WL51 KNK is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 WL51 KNK, 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 WL51 KNK registered?

WL51 KNK is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 28 December 2001.

Is WL51 KNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for WL51 KNK shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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