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PJT 301J

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1302cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

24,920 mi
Last recorded24,920 miles
Recorded on4 May 2017
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJT 301J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,302cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 May 2017 24,920 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 24,907 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage (2.7.4)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage (2.7.4)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2015 24,858 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 24,804 miles

Oil leak

Pass 24 May 2012 24,743 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 24,664 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 24,595 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2010 24,591 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2009 24,537 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 25,357 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 24,043 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 11 May 2006 23,138 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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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PJT 301J is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,302cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 PJT 301J, 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 PJT 301J registered?

PJT 301J is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 13 August 2001.

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