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T21 HES

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

116,220 mi
Last recorded116,220 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2020
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT21 HES
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2020 116,220 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front FRONT TYRE WORN ON EDGE.

Fail 26 Jun 2020 116,216 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front FRONT TYRE WORN ON EDGE.

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jun 2014 112,445 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 21 May 2013 104,401 miles

EML on at time of test

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 18 May 2012 97,459 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 91,848 miles
Fail 13 May 2011 91,848 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Apr 2010 88,164 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 77,667 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 68,922 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 57,851 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 48,675 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

front headlight on mimimum low limit

nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge

offside rear tyre slightly uneven on inner edge

unable to fully inspect rear suspension turrets due to covers fitted to boot area

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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T21 HES is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 T21 HES, 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

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What year was T21 HES registered?

T21 HES is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 15 March 2001.

Is T21 HES safe to buy?

The MOT history for T21 HES shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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