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X811 PWL

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

160,911 mi
Last recorded160,911 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2015
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX811 PWL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2015 160,911 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Jan 2014 149,414 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

all brake discs slightly rusty and brake pedal slightly spongy

Pass 25 Jul 2012 145,214 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 133,596 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2010 129,575 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2010 119,267 miles

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

Fail 4 Jan 2010 119,241 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 2 Jan 2009 108,424 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2008 98,114 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 86,453 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2005 71,529 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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X811 PWL is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 X811 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 X811 PWL registered?

X811 PWL is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 2 January 2001.

Is X811 PWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for X811 PWL shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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