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X914 HHY

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2025
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX914 HHY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2024

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2023

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2022
Pass 13 Aug 2021

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Aug 2021

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 27 Aug 2020
Pass 13 Mar 2019

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2018 135,679 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner treat wearing on tyre

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

Pass 6 Apr 2017 128,942 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2017 128,942 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Oct 2015 127,082 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 22 Oct 2015 127,077 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Brake servo vacuum pipe split by servo (3.6.C.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 26 Aug 2014 123,345 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2014 123,335 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2013 112,420 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2013 112,420 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Aug 2012 103,614 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 6 Aug 2012 103,614 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 Aug 2011 92,897 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2010 84,789 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2009 80,536 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2009 80,536 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Aug 2008 77,746 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 9 Aug 2007 69,365 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2007 69,365 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 2 Aug 2006 61,675 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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X914 HHY is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 X914 HHY, 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 X914 HHY registered?

X914 HHY is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 21 August 2001.

Is X914 HHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for X914 HHY shows 26 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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