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Y322 MGY

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2022
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

140,333 mi
Last recorded140,333 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2021
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY322 MGY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2021 140,333 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 133,654 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2019 123,717 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2018 113,824 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 103,061 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2016 94,113 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 82,875 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2014 712,842 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 62,556 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Offside Front 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 28 Dec 2012 53,478 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 39,520 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2011 39,510 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 5 Jun 2010 31,771 miles

front disc worn and liped pads aprox 70%

sump plug turning in hole and leaking

Pass 4 Jun 2009 27,392 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 26,780 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 25,844 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 23,615 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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Y322 MGY is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 MGY, 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 Y322 MGY registered?

Y322 MGY is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 29 June 2001.

Is Y322 MGY safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y322 MGY shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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