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X981 GGX

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

102,193 mi
Last recorded102,193 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2012
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX981 GGX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2012 102,193 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front & Rear Discs worn

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

Pass 21 Nov 2011 97,522 miles

Oil leak

near side front steering has slight play

Fail 21 Nov 2011 97,522 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

near side front steering has slight play

Pass 2 Oct 2010 90,104 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2010 90,100 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 4 Nov 2009 83,819 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 25 Jul 2008 73,244 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2008 73,244 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 13 Feb 2007 60,993 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2006 53,651 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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X981 GGX is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 X981 GGX, 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 X981 GGX registered?

X981 GGX is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 February 2001.

Is X981 GGX safe to buy?

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