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X593 WTW

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

64,406 mi
Last recorded64,406 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2018
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX593 WTW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2018 64,406 miles

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

Fail 20 Jun 2018 64,373 miles

Front All direction indicators incorrect colour both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced both sides (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

timing belt cover missing

Pass 16 Feb 2017 61,986 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured both side (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 6 Feb 2017 61,974 miles

Electronic stability system switch faulty (3.4.5)

Nearside Front Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)

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

Offside Front Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions Tyre is also poor would recommend replacement (4.1.D.1f)

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

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

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate covered with tape! (5.4.2)

Suspect head Gasket fault as poor starting & excessive gasses from oil cap & stick

Pass 27 Jan 2016 55,172 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 49,477 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 47,696 miles

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

Fail 21 Jan 2014 47,669 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 carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Pass 23 Jan 2013 45,882 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 44,138 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2012 44,137 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 17 Jan 2011 42,194 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2010 39,865 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2009 37,188 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 34,015 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2007 30,143 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2006 24,912 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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X593 WTW is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 X593 WTW, 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 X593 WTW registered?

X593 WTW is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 27 January 2001.

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