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AK51 JDX

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2022
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

94,947 mi
Last recorded94,947 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2021
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK51 JDX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2021 94,947 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 93,061 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2020 92,850 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Various brake pipes swelling under paint.

Pass 12 Feb 2019 91,727 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 91,684 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 83,315 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 78,414 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

centre exhaust bracket broken

slight play in steering n/s/f

Fail 1 Nov 2013 78,414 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

centre exhaust bracket broken

slight play in steering n/s/f

Pass 10 Nov 2012 68,980 miles

Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 10 Nov 2012 68,980 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Nov 2011 58,183 miles

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

Fail 5 Nov 2011 58,183 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 20 Nov 2010 47,028 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2010 47,028 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 16 Nov 2009 40,129 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 34,605 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2007 25,585 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2006 21,636 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 JDX is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,984cc 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 AK51 JDX, 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 AK51 JDX registered?

AK51 JDX is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 18 October 2001.

Is AK51 JDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK51 JDX shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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