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X582 WPT

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

128,635 mi
Last recorded128,635 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2023
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX582 WPT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2023 128,635 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022 125,127 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2021 122,437 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Jan 2020 120,576 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2019 115,585 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2018 111,548 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2017 105,609 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 97,143 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 89,015 miles

Oil leak

damage to front number plate

front brake back plates corroded

front brake discs corroded

fuel filler flap does not release properly

nearside front wiper blade split

rear brake discs heavily corroded

rear brake pads worn very thin

rear number plate corroded

some front service brake judder

some rear service brake rise and fall rate discrepency

Pass 14 Feb 2013 75,860 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2013 75,860 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 10 Jan 2012 68,505 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 59,332 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2009 48,940 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2009 40,974 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2007 21,996 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2006 18,500 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2006 18,500 miles

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

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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X582 WPT is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 X582 WPT, 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 X582 WPT registered?

X582 WPT is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 2 January 2001.

Is X582 WPT safe to buy?

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