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E10 BUG

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2022
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

35,102 mi
Last recorded35,102 miles
Recorded on8 May 2021
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE10 BUG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2021 35,102 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2019 35,093 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2018 34,949 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 34,857 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 34,853 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 34,746 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 34,675 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 34,619 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 34,615 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 34,540 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 34,406 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 32,181 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 31,998 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2007 31,932 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2006 31,856 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Jul 2006 31,856 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 31,718 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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E10 BUG is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 E10 BUG, 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.

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What year was E10 BUG registered?

E10 BUG is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 10 April 2001.

Is E10 BUG safe to buy?

The MOT history for E10 BUG shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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