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X612 PWL

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

101,316 mi
Last recorded101,316 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2019
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX612 PWL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2019 101,316 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 99,109 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2018 99,109 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 May 2017 97,661 miles
Fail 30 May 2017 97,661 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2016 96,146 miles
Fail 26 May 2016 96,146 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Feb 2015 92,966 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

bonnet release lever worn

n/s/f tyre sidewall damaged

Pass 9 Apr 2014 90,321 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2014 90,321 miles

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

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 10 May 2013 84,617 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 23 May 2012 82,922 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 81,552 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 76,987 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

front and rear brake discs corroded

front and rear coil springs corroded

Pass 11 Feb 2009 68,343 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 11 Feb 2009 68,343 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)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 30 Jan 2008 53,464 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 47,554 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 42,372 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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X612 PWL is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 X612 PWL, 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 X612 PWL registered?

X612 PWL is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 22 January 2001.

Is X612 PWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for X612 PWL shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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