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AD51 WAE

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

103,223 mi
Last recorded103,223 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2017
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD51 WAE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2017 103,223 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)

Pass 19 Oct 2015 101,923 miles

VARIOUS SUSPENSION COMPONENTS SLIGHTLY CORRODED

Pass 14 Nov 2014 97,760 miles

various suspension components corroded

Fail 14 Nov 2014 97,756 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

various suspension components corroded

warning light on dash

Pass 19 Nov 2013 95,293 miles

various suspension components corroded

Pass 4 Sep 2012 87,628 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2012 87,628 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Pass 28 Sep 2010 75,294 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 64,848 miles

airbag warning light on

engine breather pipe split

front brake pads worn close to wear sensor

Fail 25 Sep 2009 64,693 miles

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

airbag warning light on

engine breather pipe split

front brake pads worn close to wear sensor

offside rear tyre tread cracking

Pass 29 Sep 2008 52,638 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 41,388 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2006 32,394 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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AD51 WAE is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 AD51 WAE, 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 AD51 WAE registered?

AD51 WAE is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 27 September 2001.

Is AD51 WAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD51 WAE shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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