2001 Volkswagen Beetle 1.6L Petrol · FX51 LHD
2001 Volkswagen Beetle (1.6L, petrol). First registered 16 Oct 2001. Recorded mileage 99,335 miles. MOT valid until 18 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE
- Year / Origin
- 2001 · Lincoln
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 18 May 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 99,335 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FX51 LHD Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/05/2026
- 99,335 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (11 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FX51 LHD MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2001 Volkswagen Beetle (FX51 LHD) between March 2024 and May 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 20 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (11 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Steering (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 14 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Central Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))”; “Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g)”; “Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
FX51 LHD Mileage History
- 06/03/202487,559 mi
- 14/03/202593,777 mi+6,218 mi
- 07/04/202594,059 mi+282 mi
- 07/04/202699,355 mi+5,296 mi
- 20/05/202699,335 mi-20 mi
Average of roughly 5,342 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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