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YD51 CKN

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2019
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

114,789 mi
Last recorded114,789 miles
Recorded on10 May 2018
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD51 CKN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 10 May 2018 114,789 miles

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

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

eml light on

Fail 30 Apr 2018 114,749 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

eml light on

Pass 18 Apr 2017 104,714 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2016 89,688 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 13 Apr 2016 89,686 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 Apr 2015 79,442 miles

offside front seat belt frayed

offside rear and front brake pipes corroding

possible slight play at nearside front bottom ball joint

Fail 9 Apr 2015 79,442 miles

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

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

offside front seat belt frayed

offside rear and front brake pipes corroding

possible slight play at nearside front bottom ball joint

Pass 28 Apr 2014 71,950 miles

nearside front indecicator lamp damaged

nearside front to rear brake pipe corroding

nearside front wheel damaged on inner edge

Fail 10 Apr 2014 71,950 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

abs light comes on when horn is pressed

nearside front indecicator lamp damaged

nearside front to rear brake pipe corroding

nearside front wheel damaged on inner edge

Pass 11 Apr 2013 68,933 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2013 68,933 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Apr 2012 65,751 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

nearside front to rear brake pipe corroding

offside rear brake pipe corroding under coating

slight gear oil leak

Fail 1 Apr 2011 61,191 miles

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

both rear brakes slightly binding

nearside front tyre slightly out of shape

offside front outer door handle poor

rear brake pipes corroding under coating

slight exhaust leak

slight oil leak

Pass 1 Apr 2011 61,191 miles

both rear brakes slightly binding

nearside front tyre slightly out of shape

offside front outer door handle poor

rear brake pipes corroding under coating

slight exhaust leak

slight oil leak

Fail 14 Apr 2010 57,546 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2010 57,546 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 52,834 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2008 46,494 miles

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

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

both rear brake pipes corroding under coating

centre exhaust mount brocken

Pass 2 Apr 2008 46,494 miles

both rear brake pipes corroding under coating

centre exhaust mount brocken

Pass 29 Mar 2007 42,530 miles

both rear brake pipes coroding under coating, advise check with wheels off

Pass 30 Mar 2006 37,236 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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YD51 CKN is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YD51 CKN, 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.

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What year was YD51 CKN registered?

YD51 CKN is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 September 2001.

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