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KCZ 2484

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

130,444 mi
Last recorded130,444 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2014
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKCZ 2484
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2014 130,444 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front tyre sidewall small cut in rubber protector

Fail 22 Dec 2014 130,444 miles

Nearside Front Lower Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front tyre sidewall small cut in rubber protector

Pass 5 Oct 2012 130,225 miles

coolant leaking

screw in n/s/f tyre

Fail 1 Oct 2012 130,225 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)

coolant leaking

screw in n/s/f tyre

Pass 20 Dec 2011 101,426 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2010 97,238 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2009 93,022 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 87,174 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2007 105,902 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Jan 2007 105,902 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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KCZ 2484 is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 KCZ 2484, 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 KCZ 2484 registered?

KCZ 2484 is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is KCZ 2484 safe to buy?

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