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Y331 BJT

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 3200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2023
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

19,652 mi
Last recorded19,652 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2022
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY331 BJT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,200cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2022 19,652 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Offside & Nearside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Offside & Nearside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Oct 2021 15,370 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 15,094 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 14,947 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 14,670 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 14,497 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2010 14,450 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 14,392 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2009 14,392 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 11 Sep 2008 14,132 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 13,981 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 13,828 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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Y331 BJT is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 3,200cc 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 Y331 BJT, 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 Y331 BJT registered?

Y331 BJT is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 6 June 2001.

Is Y331 BJT safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y331 BJT 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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