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V566 RJO

2000 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

157,807 mi
Last recorded157,807 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2016
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Beetle82,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV566 RJO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2016 157,807 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 144,278 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 30 Dec 2013 135,787 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2013 135,785 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 16 Jan 2013 128,869 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2013 128,869 miles

Front Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Engine management light on

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

Pass 28 Feb 2011 110,260 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

front coil springs corroded

Pass 1 Mar 2010 101,750 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 23 Feb 2009 90,387 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2009 90,387 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 20 Feb 2008 76,834 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 59,104 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Jan 2006 41,182 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 17 Jan 2006 41,182 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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V566 RJO is a 2000 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 V566 RJO, 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 V566 RJO registered?

V566 RJO is a 2000 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 26 January 2000.

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