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X993 CBW

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

White Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

133,445 mi
Last recorded133,445 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2022
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX993 CBW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2022 133,445 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill panel ( skirt) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Feb 2022 133,445 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill panel ( skirt) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2021 129,633 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 23 Feb 2021 129,633 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 Feb 2020 125,738 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2019 120,750 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2019 120,735 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system to brake caliper (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Feb 2018 116,470 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 111,928 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 106,604 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 102,024 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 96,143 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2013 89,693 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2012 83,023 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 76,542 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 70,466 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2009 64,615 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 58,243 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2007 51,557 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2006 45,716 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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X993 CBW is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in White with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 X993 CBW, 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 X993 CBW registered?

X993 CBW is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 6 February 2001.

Is X993 CBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for X993 CBW shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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