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X900 BUG

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

110,422 mi
Last recorded110,422 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2015
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX900 BUG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2015 110,422 miles

both rear tyres worn low in tread

drivers interior door handle replaced with temporary controls

Pass 23 Jan 2014 95,779 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2013 94,426 miles

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

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

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 21 Jan 2013 94,426 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

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

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 27 Jan 2012 93,677 miles

pads low

Pass 31 Jan 2011 92,863 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 13 Jan 2010 89,479 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 14 Jan 2009 78,083 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Jan 2009 78,083 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 63,988 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2007 52,476 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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X900 BUG is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 X900 BUG, 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 X900 BUG registered?

X900 BUG is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 January 2001.

Is X900 BUG safe to buy?

The MOT history for X900 BUG shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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