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W231 NBT

2000 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

112,504 mi
Last recorded112,504 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2014
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Beetle82,227 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW231 NBT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2014 112,504 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 19 Aug 2014 112,490 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 carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Offside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 28 Sep 2012 99,535 miles

nearside outer c/v clips insecure.

off side ,slight play inner steering rack joint

Fail 28 Sep 2012 99,524 miles

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

nearside outer c/v clips insecure.

off side ,slight play inner steering rack joint

snow tyre fitted to off side front

Pass 4 Oct 2011 92,301 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

front brake discs slightly worn

traction light on

Pass 1 Oct 2010 85,028 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 78,593 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 75,227 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 61,337 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2007 43,246 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2007 43,248 miles

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

Fail 11 Jun 2007 43,246 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2005 38,675 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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W231 NBT is a 2000 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 W231 NBT, 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 W231 NBT registered?

W231 NBT is a 2000 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 10 July 2000.

Is W231 NBT safe to buy?

The MOT history for W231 NBT shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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