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X676 AVJ

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

125,613 mi
Last recorded125,613 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2019
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX676 AVJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2019 125,613 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre wall spliting

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2018 121,363 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 116,133 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2017 116,133 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Jul 2016 112,728 miles

eml on

Pass 16 Jul 2015 111,528 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 108,899 miles

o/s & n/s front wishbone rear bushes perishing

Pass 18 Jul 2013 106,677 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 104,062 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 101,951 miles

rear brake discs corroded (both)

Pass 19 Jul 2010 98,706 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 96,401 miles

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 17 Jul 2008 90,888 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 81,174 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 72,543 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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X676 AVJ is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 X676 AVJ, 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 X676 AVJ registered?

X676 AVJ is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 2 January 2001.

Is X676 AVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for X676 AVJ shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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