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X233 POK

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

112,465 mi
Last recorded112,465 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2018
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX233 POK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2018 112,465 miles

Nearside Front dust cover for shock absorber split

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Nearside Rear tyre is slightly cracked

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Front dust cover for shock absorber split

Offside Front sill damaged, no sharp edges or corrosion yet

Offside Rear bump stop missing

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

Offside Rear tyre is slightly cracked

exhaust clamp after CAT corroded

varies little stone chips in wind screen but still meets MOT standards

Pass 27 Jan 2017 109,412 miles

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

front wipers slightly smearing

Pass 14 Jan 2016 104,578 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

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

centre exhaust system bracket corroded & broken but exhaust is still supported.

Pass 14 Jan 2015 102,253 miles

osr spring corroded

wipers smear

Fail 13 Jan 2015 102,253 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

osr spring corroded

wipers smear

Pass 15 Jan 2014 98,555 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 95,653 miles

traction control light on dash

Pass 12 Jan 2012 90,178 miles

rear coil springs correde

Pass 24 Jan 2011 83,867 miles

Advise ESP warning light on dash board display, recommend further investigation into fault.

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

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

Pass 21 Jan 2010 78,086 miles

ADVISE SLIGHT PLAY IN N/S/F STEERING RACK TRACK ROD (MAY ET WORSE)

ADVISE SLIGHT SMEAR ON FRONT WIPERS

Fail 21 Jan 2010 78,086 miles

ADVISE SLIGHT PLAY IN N/S/F STEERING RACK TRACK ROD (MAY ET WORSE)

ADVISE SLIGHT SMEAR ON FRONT WIPERS

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Jan 2009 70,765 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2008 61,916 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2007 52,153 miles

ADVISE SLIGHT SMEAR ON FRONT WIPERS

advise slight play in n/s/ & O/S STEERING RACK TRACK RODS

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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X233 POK is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 X233 POK, 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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What year was X233 POK registered?

X233 POK is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 5 February 2001.

Is X233 POK safe to buy?

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