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W246 XGF

2000 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2021
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

121,477 mi
Last recorded121,477 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2020
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Beetle82,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW246 XGF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2020 121,477 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2020 121,477 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 15 May 2019 118,774 miles
Fail 15 May 2019 118,774 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Apr 2018 113,946 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 109,889 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 29 Apr 2016 105,285 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2016 105,285 miles

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

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

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

Fail 30 Apr 2015 104,337 miles

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

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 30 Apr 2015 104,337 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 101,827 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 98,116 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2012 91,707 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 87,045 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 85,249 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2009 79,496 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 75,197 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 67,591 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 57,459 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 46,394 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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W246 XGF is a 2000 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 W246 XGF, 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 W246 XGF registered?

W246 XGF is a 2000 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 16 May 2000.

Is W246 XGF safe to buy?

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