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Y179 NAR

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

101,601 mi
Last recorded101,601 miles
Recorded on31 May 2017
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY179 NAR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 May 2017 101,601 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2016 92,638 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 90,134 miles

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 7 Mar 2014 81,673 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 72,909 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 64,440 miles

EML LIGHT ON

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 5 Mar 2011 11,639 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Fail 5 Mar 2011 11,639 miles

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

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

Pass 4 Mar 2010 48,789 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 39,840 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2009 39,840 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 17 Dec 2008 39,378 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2008 39,378 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2007 33,244 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 24,915 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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Y179 NAR is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 Y179 NAR, 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 Y179 NAR registered?

Y179 NAR is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 5 March 2001.

Is Y179 NAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y179 NAR shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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