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Y337 EDA

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

56,332 mi
Last recorded56,332 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2019
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY337 EDA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2019 56,332 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 56,206 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 5 May 2017 56,007 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 55,668 miles

oil leak

Fail 3 May 2016 55,668 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

oil leak

Pass 6 May 2015 55,534 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 28 Apr 2014 55,752 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 7 May 2013 54,751 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 28 Apr 2012 54,207 miles

chip in screen

front brake discs surface corrosion

Pass 6 May 2011 52,735 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 51,166 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 6 May 2009 49,949 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 47,359 miles
Fail 6 May 2008 47,359 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 8 May 2007 43,432 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 35,071 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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Y337 EDA is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 Y337 EDA, 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 Y337 EDA registered?

Y337 EDA is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 May 2001.

Is Y337 EDA safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y337 EDA shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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