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AE51 DZJ

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2016
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

102,486 mi
Last recorded102,486 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2015
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE51 DZJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2015 102,486 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit n/side front (4.1.E.1)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit o/side front (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Oct 2014 93,712 miles

advise front discs corroded

advise rear discs badly corroded and worn

Fail 17 Aug 2013 91,645 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Aug 2013 91,645 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 77,922 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 62,711 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 28 Aug 2010 56,630 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2010 56,617 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring mounting fractured (2.4.C.3b)

Offside Rear Coil spring mounting fractured (2.4.C.3b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

engine management light on

front brake discs corroded

middle exhaust mount badly corroded and loose

Pass 22 Aug 2009 50,722 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 42,954 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2007 34,767 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2006 26,971 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2005 19,353 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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AE51 DZJ is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 AE51 DZJ, 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 AE51 DZJ registered?

AE51 DZJ is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is AE51 DZJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE51 DZJ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AE51 DZJ have outstanding finance?

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