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Q606YUJ

1997 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

272 mi
Last recorded272 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2023
Typical for 1997 Volkswagen Beetle51,989 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ606YUJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2023 272 miles
Pass 22 May 2020 160 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 16 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 13,410 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 13,410 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 3,557 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2010 1,077 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 8,155 miles

Front Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

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

Fail 9 Jul 2009 8,155 miles

Front Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

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

Pass 8 Jul 2008 5,727 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 29 Jun 2007 3,583 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 2,571 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2006 2,571 miles

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Jun 2005 610 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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Q606YUJ is a 1997 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1997 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 51,989 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 Q606YUJ, 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 29 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Q606YUJ registered?

Q606YUJ is a 1997 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 20 June 1997.

Is Q606YUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for Q606YUJ shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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