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AK51 HSL

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 2324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2017
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

106,413 mi
Last recorded106,413 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2016
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK51 HSL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,324cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2016 106,413 miles

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

Fail 16 Dec 2016 106,413 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2015 104,619 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2015 104,619 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Engine warning light on

Pass 8 Apr 2014 101,576 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 99,165 miles

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

n s sill damaged

Pass 19 Jun 2012 96,363 miles

ns sill damaged

nsr tyre outer wall cracked

Fail 15 Jun 2011 93,321 miles

Both Rear Tyres Going Out Of Shape

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Jun 2011 93,321 miles

Both Rear Tyres Going Out Of Shape

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 29 Jun 2010 89,869 miles

front brake discs coroded on inside face

Fail 29 Jun 2010 89,869 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front brake discs coroded on inside face

Pass 29 Jun 2009 83,861 miles

Front wishbone, rear bushes slightly perished.

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

Fail 29 Jun 2009 83,861 miles

Front wishbone, rear bushes slightly perished.

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

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

Pass 24 Jun 2008 74,914 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 71,056 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 2 Sep 2006 60,209 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2005 47,477 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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AK51 HSL is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 2,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 AK51 HSL, 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 AK51 HSL registered?

AK51 HSL is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 7 September 2001.

Is AK51 HSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK51 HSL shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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