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Y296 NAL

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

81,933 mi
Last recorded81,933 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2016
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY296 NAL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2016 81,933 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2015 73,561 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 1 May 2014 62,486 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 24 Apr 2013 54,757 miles

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 16 Apr 2012 47,225 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 40,645 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 32,150 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 28,198 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2008 28,194 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 13 Sep 2007 25,309 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 20,828 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2005 17,986 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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Y296 NAL is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 Y296 NAL, 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 Y296 NAL registered?

Y296 NAL is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 3 May 2001.

Is Y296 NAL safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y296 NAL shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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