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X304 HCD

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

73,762 mi
Last recorded73,762 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2018
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX304 HCD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2018 73,762 miles

Nearside Front tyre wall damaged

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

Fail 9 Jan 2018 73,680 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front tyre wall damaged

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

Pass 16 Jan 2017 67,481 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2016 62,383 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2016 62,383 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 12 Jan 2015 58,338 miles

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

Pass 13 Jan 2014 55,758 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 52,231 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 47,735 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2011 43,273 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Jan 2011 43,273 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2010 38,004 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2009 32,713 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2009 32,714 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Jan 2008 25,821 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 19,784 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2006 12,488 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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X304 HCD is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 X304 HCD, 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 X304 HCD registered?

X304 HCD is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 25 January 2001.

Is X304 HCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for X304 HCD shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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