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P217 YAE

1996 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

53,987 mi
Last recorded53,987 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2018
Typical for 1996 Volkswagen Beetle41,156 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP217 YAE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Fail 16 Apr 2018 53,987 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 78,436 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 74,502 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 67,617 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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P217 YAE is a 1996 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1996 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 41,156 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 P217 YAE, 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 30 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P217 YAE?

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What year was P217 YAE registered?

P217 YAE is a 1996 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is P217 YAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P217 YAE shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P217 YAE have outstanding finance?

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