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X159 SUG

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2018
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

151,559 mi
Last recorded151,559 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2018
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX159 SUG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Fail 19 Nov 2018 151,559 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front To Rear Corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Slight Split (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Out Of Shape And Age Cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front To Rear Corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Lower Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Out Of Shape And Age Cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Backbox To Centre Pipe Joint (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Various Heat Shields Loose

Pass 20 Nov 2017 135,749 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2017 135,749 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Dec 2016 123,797 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2016 123,796 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Nov 2015 106,910 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 93,904 miles

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

front brake discs corroded

rear tyres deteriorated

Pass 6 Dec 2013 81,435 miles

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

offside rear tyre worn too limit

Pass 7 Dec 2012 73,067 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Nov 2011 64,463 miles

front and rear brake discs corroded at inner faces

Pass 10 Dec 2010 60,503 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2010 60,503 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 27 Nov 2009 54,242 miles

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

Fail 27 Nov 2009 54,242 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

o/s/f inner wheel arch liner loose

Pass 26 Nov 2008 45,906 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 16 Nov 2007 39,326 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2006 33,955 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2005 30,094 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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X159 SUG is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 X159 SUG, 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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X159 SUG is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 15 February 2001.

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