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X317 WYC

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

129,610 mi
Last recorded129,610 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2012
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX317 WYC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 9 Feb 2012 129,610 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2011 120,231 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2010 109,403 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 94,182 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 85,614 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2007 77,350 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2006 69,055 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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X317 WYC is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 X317 WYC, 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 X317 WYC?

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What year was X317 WYC registered?

X317 WYC is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 8 February 2001.

Is X317 WYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for X317 WYC shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does X317 WYC have outstanding finance?

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