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BAS 186

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2013
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

88,349 mi
Last recorded88,349 miles
Recorded on24 May 2012
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBAS 186
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 24 May 2012 88,349 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 87,486 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 84,832 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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BAS 186 is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BAS 186, 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

How do I check the history of BAS 186?

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What year was BAS 186 registered?

BAS 186 is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 November 2001.

Is BAS 186 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BAS 186 shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BAS 186 have outstanding finance?

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