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X516 BHK

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

59,214 mi
Last recorded59,214 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2017
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX516 BHK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2017 59,214 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 55,560 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2014 51,139 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 50,998 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2013 49,612 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 49,358 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2011 49,355 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)

Pass 8 Jul 2010 62,167 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2010 62,167 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Jun 2009 41,051 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 34,621 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2007 29,897 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2006 24,783 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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X516 BHK is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 X516 BHK, 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 X516 BHK registered?

X516 BHK is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 19 January 2001.

Is X516 BHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for X516 BHK shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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