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X928 NJB

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

108,102 mi
Last recorded108,102 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2017
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX928 NJB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2017 108,102 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 May 2016 102,613 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 97,389 miles

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

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 May 2014 93,543 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 30 May 2014 93,543 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 13 May 2013 90,301 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Pass 13 May 2013 90,301 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Pass 31 May 2012 88,960 miles

advise exhaust system corroded

advise suspension components corroded

Fail 30 May 2012 88,960 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

advise exhaust system corroded

advise suspension components corroded

Pass 18 Mar 2011 87,668 miles

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

Fail 17 Mar 2011 87,668 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 21 May 2010 86,793 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 77,855 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2007 71,870 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 65,589 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2006 54,567 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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X928 NJB is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 X928 NJB, 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 X928 NJB registered?

X928 NJB is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 December 2001.

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