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YD51 PSY

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

49,844 mi
Last recorded49,844 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD51 PSY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 49,844 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2023 47,940 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2022 44,544 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2021 39,121 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2021 39,119 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2020 37,004 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2019 34,937 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2018 31,926 miles

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Passengers seat slightley inscure on seat frame

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main feed (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (SILL) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (SILL) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

engine/underside body covers fitted*

Fail 22 Nov 2018 31,926 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Passengers seat slightley inscure on seat frame

Nearside Front Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main feed (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (SILL) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (SILL) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

engine/underside body covers fitted*

Pass 24 Nov 2017 30,666 miles

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Dec 2016 30,015 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 26,834 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2015 26,833 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2014 25,532 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2013 24,690 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2013 24,690 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 9 Jan 2013 23,943 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 23,021 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2012 23,021 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 31 Jan 2011 22,119 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 20,420 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 17,975 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 16,001 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 13,974 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 PSY is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 YD51 PSY, 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 PSY registered?

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

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