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X244 ROH

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

160,442 mi
Last recorded160,442 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2016
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX244 ROH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2016 160,442 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2014 156,598 miles

o/s/r wheel repaired by weld

rear brake discs in very poor condition & begining to bind

Pass 1 May 2013 151,997 miles

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

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

rear discs corroded

Pass 25 Jan 2012 135,736 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)

front brake pads 70% worn

play in n/s/f inner rack arm end

slight binding to rear brakes

Pass 26 Jan 2011 123,891 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 112,134 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2010 112,123 miles

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

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 31 Jan 2009 101,499 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2009 101,234 miles

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

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

eml light on

Pass 30 Jan 2008 90,069 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2008 90,069 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 31 Jan 2007 80,996 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2007 80,962 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Jan 2006 75,365 miles

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

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

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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X244 ROH is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 X244 ROH, 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 X244 ROH registered?

X244 ROH is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 4 January 2001.

Is X244 ROH safe to buy?

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