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Y341 JVJ

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

142,083 mi
Last recorded142,083 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2018
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY341 JVJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 10 Apr 2018 142,083 miles

Nearside Front Lower Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 8 Apr 2017 132,454 miles

both front tyres have perishing cracks

n/s/r tyre is nearing 2mm of tread and has perishing cracks and is wearing on the inner edge

o/s/r tyre is nearing 2mm of tread and has perishing cracks

Pass 13 Apr 2016 121,687 miles

both front wishbone rear rubber bushes are deteriorating

front number plate slightly delaminated

rear brake pads getting thin

Pass 13 Apr 2015 111,000 miles

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

both front wishbones rear rubber bushes are deteriorating

slight rattling noise from catalytic convertor

Pass 17 Apr 2014 105,724 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 105,623 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 105,595 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Jun 2011 105,184 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 97,742 miles

front discs worn

Pass 29 Jun 2009 82,377 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

damage to front number plate

off side front indicator lens broken

Pass 26 Mar 2008 73,304 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 4 Apr 2007 62,664 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 53,648 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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Y341 JVJ is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 Y341 JVJ, 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 Y341 JVJ registered?

Y341 JVJ is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 12 April 2001.

Is Y341 JVJ safe to buy?

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