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Y313 RDM

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

82,637 mi
Last recorded82,637 miles
Recorded on29 May 2019
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY313 RDM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 May 2019 82,637 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 29 May 2019 82,637 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2018 75,041 miles
Fail 29 May 2018 75,041 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 25 May 2017 68,287 miles

Engine management light on

Pass 23 May 2016 62,983 miles
Fail 23 May 2016 62,983 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 May 2015 59,333 miles

damage to n/s sill section

some corrosion starting on o/s/f coil spring

Pass 14 May 2014 54,384 miles
Fail 14 May 2014 54,384 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 15 May 2013 49,881 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 44,500 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 36,998 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 31,661 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 29,211 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 26,282 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 23,190 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 17,086 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2006 19,158 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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Y313 RDM is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 Y313 RDM, 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

How do I check the history of Y313 RDM?

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What year was Y313 RDM registered?

Y313 RDM is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 20 June 2001.

Is Y313 RDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y313 RDM shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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