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X574 VWV

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2023
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

59,348 mi
Last recorded59,348 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2022
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX574 VWV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2022 59,348 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2021 58,061 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Dec 2020 56,246 miles

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Dec 2019 55,496 miles

Offside door mirror

Pass 7 Dec 2018 53,553 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2017 57,657 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2016 46,264 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear tyre slightly cracked

Pass 23 Dec 2015 45,084 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2014 43,252 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 40,888 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2012 38,102 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2011 37,158 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2011 37,158 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 1 Feb 2011 36,195 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 34,961 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2009 33,610 miles

Allocated Advisory are as befor

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 6 Jan 2009 33,584 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

nearside rear brake slightly binding

Pass 24 Jan 2008 25,707 miles

front discs badly corroded - pads worn close to sensor limit

rear discs corroded - pads serviceable

Pass 31 Jan 2007 34,527 miles

FRONT & REAR BRAKE DISCS HAVE SURFACE CORROSION

O/S/F TYRE CLOSE TO LIMIT

Pass 13 Jan 2006 18,227 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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X574 VWV is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 X574 VWV, 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 X574 VWV registered?

X574 VWV is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 3 January 2001.

Is X574 VWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for X574 VWV shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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