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NNZ 3260

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Other 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2026
Tests13 (6 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate46.2%

Mileage

128,690 mi
Last recorded128,690 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2025
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNNZ 3260
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

6 pass 7 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2025 128,690 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2023 127,864 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2022 127,837 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2022 127,819 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 121,337 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 113,908 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2018 113,662 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2018 113,568 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2018 113,336 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2018 113,144 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2018 113,144 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 106,157 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2017 106,106 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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NNZ 3260 is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,595cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 46.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NNZ 3260, 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 NNZ 3260?

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What year was NNZ 3260 registered?

NNZ 3260 is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 15 March 2001.

Is NNZ 3260 safe to buy?

The MOT history for NNZ 3260 shows 13 tests with a 46.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NNZ 3260 have outstanding finance?

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