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Y322 MDV

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

158,113 mi
Last recorded158,113 miles
Recorded on6 May 2016
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY322 MDV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 May 2016 158,113 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both n/s and o/s sills damaged not seriously affecting strength of vehicle

engine has oil leak

vehicle check light illuminated on dash indicating fault

Pass 23 Mar 2015 152,392 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2015 152,392 miles

Offside Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Pass 19 Mar 2014 146,011 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2014 146,011 miles

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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)

Pass 3 Apr 2013 138,761 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 131,731 miles

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 25 Mar 2011 123,000 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 114,838 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 109,583 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2009 35,475 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Apr 2008 102,056 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 93,497 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 77,220 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2006 77,220 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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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Y322 MDV is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 Y322 MDV, 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 Y322 MDV registered?

Y322 MDV is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 30 March 2001.

Is Y322 MDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y322 MDV shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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