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OVL 23

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1192cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

68,891 mi
Last recorded68,891 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2019
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOVL 23
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,192cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2019 68,891 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2018 67,773 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 11 Jan 2017 65,843 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2016 64,367 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2015 60,660 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2014 60,561 miles

Nearside Front Upper Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Nov 2013 59,718 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 59,421 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 59,016 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak

Pass 12 May 2010 58,513 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 58,079 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 57,072 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 86,599 miles

Oil leak

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

poor front headlight beam pattern

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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OVL 23 is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 OVL 23, 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 OVL 23?

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What year was OVL 23 registered?

OVL 23 is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 9 July 2001.

Is OVL 23 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OVL 23 shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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