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Y291 SUG

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

86,574 mi
Last recorded86,574 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2015
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY291 SUG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2015 86,574 miles

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

Fail 27 Oct 2015 86,573 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Worn metal to metal (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 20 Oct 2014 80,766 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2014 78,523 miles

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

nsf tyre has cut but not to cords

Pass 5 Jan 2013 74,132 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 21 Dec 2011 68,255 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2011 68,255 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Dec 2010 61,765 miles

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

Pass 28 Dec 2009 56,432 miles

both windscreen wipers split

nearside front tyre slightly deteriorated

Pass 14 Dec 2008 53,837 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2007 50,196 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 44,896 miles

both front tyres 2mm

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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Y291 SUG is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Black 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 Y291 SUG, 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 Y291 SUG registered?

Y291 SUG is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 6 July 2001.

Is Y291 SUG safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y291 SUG 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.

Does Y291 SUG have outstanding finance?

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