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Y139 CKN

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

135,324 mi
Last recorded135,324 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2018
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY139 CKN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2018 135,324 miles

Central Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Jan 2017 126,671 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 118,793 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 105,188 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2013 96,418 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2013 96,417 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2012 93,520 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 91,590 miles

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)

Fail 9 Jul 2010 89,328 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2010 89,328 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 85,351 miles

Rear number plate slighty deteriorating.

Pass 10 Jul 2008 78,520 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2008 78,520 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h) DANGEROUS

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 26 Jun 2007 67,708 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 52,696 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2006 52,694 miles

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

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

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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Y139 CKN is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue 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 Y139 CKN, 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 Y139 CKN registered?

Y139 CKN is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 20 July 2001.

Is Y139 CKN safe to buy?

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