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V156 DFV

2000 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2024
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

75,705 mi
Last recorded75,705 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2023
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Beetle82,227 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV156 DFV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2023 75,705 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2021 73,112 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2020 70,122 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2019 64,166 miles

different size wheels fitted

Pass 13 Oct 2017 53,442 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 13 Oct 2017 53,442 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Aug 2016 52,739 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 52,662 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2015

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 24 Mar 2014 52,026 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 50,732 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2013 50,703 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2012 48,897 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Mar 2011 47,062 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 8 Mar 2011 47,062 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Mar 2010 44,700 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 27 Jan 2009 41,280 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2009 41,276 miles

Bootlid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 16 Jan 2008 36,905 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 15 Jan 2007 31,166 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2006 25,600 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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V156 DFV is a 2000 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2000 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 82,227 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 V156 DFV, 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 26 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was V156 DFV registered?

V156 DFV is a 2000 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 21 January 2000.

Is V156 DFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for V156 DFV shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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