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Y274 BRD

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2019
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

80,459 mi
Last recorded80,459 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2018
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY274 BRD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2018 80,459 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2018 80,446 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2017 74,161 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 70,406 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 676,773 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 63,852 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 59,887 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 54,564 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 49,503 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 44,733 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 37,623 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 32,379 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 26,804 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 20,571 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2005 13,531 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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Y274 BRD is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 Y274 BRD, 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 Y274 BRD registered?

Y274 BRD is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 August 2001.

Is Y274 BRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y274 BRD shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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