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N17 JDB

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

101,304 mi
Last recorded101,304 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2019
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN17 JDB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2019 101,304 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2018 91,942 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2017 81,984 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 72,449 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2016 72,449 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

all tyres perished/split

Pass 8 Apr 2015 63,637 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 60,686 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2013 60,642 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 17 Oct 2012 58,349 miles

all four tyres slightly cracked

Pass 26 Oct 2011 56,382 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 54,735 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 53,042 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2008 51,772 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 50,488 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 50,404 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 42,196 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2006 42,193 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

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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N17 JDB is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 N17 JDB, 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 N17 JDB registered?

N17 JDB is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 6 July 2001.

Is N17 JDB safe to buy?

The MOT history for N17 JDB shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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