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X181 GDG

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

107,916 mi
Last recorded107,916 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2013
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX181 GDG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2013 107,916 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 95,232 miles

slight play in steering rack(nearside end)

Pass 14 Jan 2011 89,745 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 62,958 miles

both rear tyres worn to limit

Pass 12 Feb 2008 48,433 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2008 48,431 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

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

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

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

ENG MAN LIGHT BON==FR NO PLATE CRACKED==OSF IND GOING WHITE==SPLIT IN NSF REAR WISH BUSH==REAR PADS APPEAR LOW==SEPERATION IN OSR TYRE

Pass 1 Feb 2007 36,773 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2006 24,517 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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X181 GDG is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 X181 GDG, 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

How do I check the history of X181 GDG?

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What year was X181 GDG registered?

X181 GDG is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 25 January 2001.

Is X181 GDG safe to buy?

The MOT history for X181 GDG shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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