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Y171 MNE

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

69,621 mi
Last recorded69,621 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2017
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY171 MNE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2017 69,621 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 67,488 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 4 Jul 2016 67,488 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 13 Jul 2015 62,484 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2014 53,550 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 49,822 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2013 49,820 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 10 Jul 2012 46,561 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 42,733 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 37,900 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2009 35,316 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 31,819 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 5 Jul 2007 28,209 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 24,637 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2005 23,187 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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Y171 MNE is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 Y171 MNE, 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 Y171 MNE registered?

Y171 MNE is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 24 July 2001.

Is Y171 MNE safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y171 MNE shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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