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V165 ENJ

2000 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

110,423 mi
Last recorded110,423 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2017
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Beetle82,227 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV165 ENJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2000
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2017 110,423 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 102,890 miles

Nearside Front tyre perished

Nearside Rear tyre worn on both edges

Offside Front tyre worn on inside edge

Offside Rear tyre worn on inside edge

Fail 1 Jul 2016 102,881 miles

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

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

Nearside Front tyre perished

Nearside Rear tyre worn on both edges

Offside Front tyre worn on inside edge

Offside Rear tyre worn on inside edge

Pass 30 Jun 2015 96,534 miles

n/s/f tyre worn on edge

o/s/f tyre worn on edge

o/s/r tyre cracked but not showing cords

Fail 1 Jul 2014 89,322 miles

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 1 Jul 2014 89,322 miles

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 4 Jun 2013 81,704 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2013 81,701 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 2 Jun 2012 73,496 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 16 Jun 2011 67,812 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 62,263 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 59,175 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 54,947 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 49,016 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2006 41,780 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Mar 2006 41,780 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

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

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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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V165 ENJ is a 2000 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 V165 ENJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V165 ENJ registered?

V165 ENJ is a 2000 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 January 2000.

Is V165 ENJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for V165 ENJ shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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