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WU51 FFN

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

28,452 mi
Last recorded28,452 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU51 FFN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 28,452 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 23 Apr 2026 28,452 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 22 Apr 2025 28,424 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2024 28,386 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both front two and rear two (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Anti-roll bar mounting modified but not seriously weakened Both outer clamps missing but still secure (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill/arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Apr 2023 28,261 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2023 28,243 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2022 28,131 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2021 28,015 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both rears (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2019 27,837 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 27,826 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 27,649 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 27,489 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 21,604 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 21,248 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 16,027 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 66,120 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2012 6,106 miles

Centre Rear Body has excessive displacement which may lead to loss of vehicle control (6.1.B.1a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 6 Jul 2011 92,777 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 27 Jul 2010 83,222 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 69,984 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2009 69,984 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Jul 2008 50,147 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 39,210 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 29,993 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2005 26,136 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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WU51 FFN is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 WU51 FFN, 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 WU51 FFN registered?

WU51 FFN is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 17 December 2001.

Is WU51 FFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU51 FFN shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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