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V955 EUX

2000 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2013
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

113,043 mi
Last recorded113,043 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2012
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Beetle82,227 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV955 EUX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2000
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2012 113,043 miles

Offside Front Steering rack deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Oil leak

Pass 27 Sep 2011 109,965 miles

Oil leak

Pass 3 Sep 2010 106,974 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 10 Jun 2009 102,336 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 93,143 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Fail 4 Jun 2008 93,143 miles

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)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 10 Jan 2008 89,517 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 75,081 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2007 75,081 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 13 Jan 2006 53,718 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2006 53,718 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

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

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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V955 EUX is a 2000 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 V955 EUX, 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 V955 EUX registered?

V955 EUX is a 2000 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 28 January 2000.

Is V955 EUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for V955 EUX shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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