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B16 RVW

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

White Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

58,355 mi
Last recorded58,355 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2019
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB16 RVW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2019 58,355 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 58,174 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 57,822 miles

cracks in body and sills suspect car is flexing

Fail 19 Apr 2017 57,813 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

cracks in body and sills suspect car is flexing

Pass 26 Apr 2016 56,933 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 55,536 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 53,700 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 4 Apr 2013 52,401 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

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

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 4 Apr 2013 52,401 miles

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 12 Sep 2011 50,598 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 49,344 miles

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 18 Nov 2009 47,169 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2008 44,570 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 39,401 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 30,868 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2006 30,868 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

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

Rear spring assisters one missing.

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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B16 RVW is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in White with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 B16 RVW, 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 B16 RVW registered?

B16 RVW is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is B16 RVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for B16 RVW shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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