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W141 VLB

2000 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2019
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

94,395 mi
Last recorded94,395 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2018
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Beetle82,227 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW141 VLB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2018 94,395 miles

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

Fail 18 Apr 2018 94,390 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 2 May 2017 91,096 miles

offside+nearside front+nearside rear tyres worn close to limit

slight play in nearside rack arm

Pass 3 May 2016 79,494 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 69,734 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 27 Apr 2015 69,694 miles

Nearside Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 28 Feb 2014 60,065 miles

slight oil leak

slight play in wheels

Fail 12 Jan 2013 56,808 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Jan 2013 56,808 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 50,061 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 46,366 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2009 46,366 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fail 13 Feb 2008 44,031 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Feb 2008 44,031 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2005 35,693 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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W141 VLB is a 2000 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 W141 VLB, 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 W141 VLB registered?

W141 VLB is a 2000 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 18 July 2000.

Is W141 VLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for W141 VLB shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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