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X373 OGP

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

79,514 mi
Last recorded79,514 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2017
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX373 OGP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2017 79,514 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 127,680 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 124,280 miles

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 5 Jan 2015 124,280 miles

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)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 18 Nov 2013 119,012 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 117,592 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2011 111,873 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2011 111,868 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 hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 4 Jan 2011 104,974 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 101,389 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2009 101,389 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 5 Jan 2009 95,460 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 87,234 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2007 74,942 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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X373 OGP is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 X373 OGP, 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 X373 OGP registered?

X373 OGP is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 20 January 2001.

Is X373 OGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for X373 OGP shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does X373 OGP have outstanding finance?

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