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X166 DDM

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

79,988 mi
Last recorded79,988 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2019
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX166 DDM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2019 79,988 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 79,906 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2017 79,002 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 30 Mar 2017 79,002 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 20 Apr 2016 77,084 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (as-marked (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

exhaust bracket broken

n/s front tyre worn on outer sidewall

o/s front tyre worn on the edges

oil leak

Pass 16 Apr 2015 73,176 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

nearside front tyre cuts in tread

nearside front wiper detoriating

Pass 25 Mar 2014 70,176 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

engine warning light on

Pass 28 Mar 2013 68,297 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 65,366 miles

engine light on

Fail 27 Mar 2012 65,366 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

engine light on

Pass 14 Apr 2011 62,902 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 59,093 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2009 33,763 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2008 48,077 miles

bracket broken on exhaust mid-box

Pass 6 Jan 2007 41,922 miles

rear brake pads?

Pass 12 Jan 2006 37,582 miles

front brake discs start of wear pads?

tyres edge wear 2mm

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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X166 DDM is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 X166 DDM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X166 DDM registered?

X166 DDM is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 February 2001.

Is X166 DDM safe to buy?

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