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Y201 VLD

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

47,140 mi
Last recorded47,140 miles
Recorded on31 May 2017
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY201 VLD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 May 2017 47,140 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2016 44,889 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 42,246 miles
Fail 26 May 2015 42,203 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Pass 2 Jun 2014 39,607 miles
Fail 27 May 2014 39,607 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 29 May 2013 36,620 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 34,738 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 31,971 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 28,752 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 25,892 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 23,166 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 20,033 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 14,401 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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Y201 VLD is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 Y201 VLD, 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 Y201 VLD registered?

Y201 VLD is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 May 2001.

Is Y201 VLD safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y201 VLD shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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