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YG51 NRV

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2022
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

140,990 mi
Last recorded140,990 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2021
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG51 NRV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2021 140,990 miles

Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light missing (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 27 May 2021 140,990 miles

Emissions not tested unstable engine revs (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light missing (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2017 135,644 miles

centre exhaust hanger broken but exhaust system still supported

oil leak

rear coil springs corroded

Fail 9 Aug 2017 135,644 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

centre exhaust hanger broken but exhaust system still supported

oil leak

rear coil springs corroded

Pass 10 Aug 2016 129,593 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s and o/s (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 7 Aug 2015 119,256 miles

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

advise scuff on front windscreen

Pass 6 Aug 2014 109,211 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2013 97,936 miles

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

Fail 2 Aug 2013 97,936 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2012 87,043 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 77,207 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2010 73,352 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 70,308 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)

tyers worn on inn outer edges

Pass 6 Aug 2008 65,321 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2008 65,321 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

o/s/r tyre soft

Pass 17 Aug 2007 57,637 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2006 48,869 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2005 37,608 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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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YG51 NRV is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 YG51 NRV, 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 YG51 NRV registered?

YG51 NRV is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 27 September 2001.

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