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VO51 YWT

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

114,074 mi
Last recorded114,074 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2017
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO51 YWT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2017 114,074 miles

Rear Coil springs corroded

All brake discs slightly worn

Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Front Lower suspension arms rear bushes deteriorated

Front Tyres have minor inner and outer edge wear

Nearside Rear Tyre perishing

Offside Rear Tyre perishing, has inner and outer edge wear, low on tread

Oil leak

Pass 4 Mar 2016 107,209 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2015 102,893 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 100,743 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2013 95,493 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 90,721 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2012 90,719 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 20 Oct 2011 85,720 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2011 78,862 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Feb 2011 78,862 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2010 69,593 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2009 60,871 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 49,175 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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VO51 YWT is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 VO51 YWT, 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.

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What year was VO51 YWT registered?

VO51 YWT is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 25 October 2001.

Is VO51 YWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for VO51 YWT shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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