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BD51 XFV

2001 Microcar Virgo Prestige SE Auto

Blue Petrol 505cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

23,811 mi
Last recorded23,811 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2016
Typical for 2001 Microcar Virgo Prestige SE Auto20,087 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD51 XFV
MakeMicrocar
ModelVirgo Prestige SE Auto
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine505cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2016 23,811 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 23,793 miles

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

Fail 3 Sep 2013 23,793 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2011 21,907 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2011 21,802 miles

Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 13 Dec 2010 19,479 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 6 Dec 2010 19,405 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Trailing arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 16 Dec 2009 17,128 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 15,355 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2007 13,595 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 11,736 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2005 9,458 miles

How Reliable is the Microcar Virgo Prestige SE Auto?

Based on 1,308 MOT tests across 152 vehicles.

72.6%
Pass Rate
1,714
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
152
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

wheel bearing rough when rotated 50
brake recording little or no effort 43
Headlamp aim too low 42
Brake pipe excessively corroded 41
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 38
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BD51 XFV is a 2001 Microcar Virgo Prestige SE Auto in Blue with a 505cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 Microcar Virgo Prestige SE Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 20,087 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Microcar Virgo Prestige SE Auto fails its MOT is wheel bearing rough when rotated, accounting for 50 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BD51 XFV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Microcar Virgo Prestige SE Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 25 years old, this Microcar Virgo Prestige SE Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BD51 XFV registered?

BD51 XFV is a 2001 Microcar Virgo Prestige SE Auto, first registered on 1 December 2001.

Is BD51 XFV safe to buy?

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