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YD51 ZYZ

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

98,218 mi
Last recorded98,218 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD51 ZYZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 98,218 miles
Pass 21 May 2025 96,289 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 May 2024 93,158 miles
Pass 15 May 2023 87,960 miles

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material supply (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 15 May 2023 87,960 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material supply (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (REAR BUSH) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 May 2022 83,278 miles

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

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

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

Fail 23 May 2022 83,278 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2020 75,989 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 19 Nov 2020 75,989 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/55/16 91W (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 30 May 2019 71,209 miles
Fail 30 May 2019 71,209 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 1 Jun 2018 68,319 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2018 68,319 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 11 Aug 2016 66,381 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2015 63,233 miles

Nearside Rear child seat fitted

Offside Front seat does not tilt

Pass 22 Aug 2014 61,809 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Aug 2013 59,077 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 57,360 miles

Oil leak

Fail 30 Aug 2012 57,360 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Pass 26 Aug 2011 54,620 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2011 54,620 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2010 51,939 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 27 Aug 2009 46,935 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 42,470 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)

Pass 22 Aug 2007 40,939 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)

Pass 7 Sep 2006 37,114 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 ZYZ is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 ZYZ, 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 YD51 ZYZ registered?

YD51 ZYZ is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 7 September 2001.

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The MOT history for YD51 ZYZ shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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