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Y226 HGR

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

91,842 mi
Last recorded91,842 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2015
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY226 HGR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2015 91,842 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Jun 2014 88,301 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Jun 2014 88,301 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 84,595 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Jun 2012 81,062 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 2 Jun 2012 81,062 miles

Oil leak

Pass 10 May 2011 78,202 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 11 May 2010 70,101 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 62,550 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 55,066 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 46,557 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 38,230 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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Y226 HGR is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 Y226 HGR, 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 Y226 HGR registered?

Y226 HGR is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 9 May 2001.

Is Y226 HGR safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y226 HGR shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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