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Y349 BPK

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

65,423 mi
Last recorded65,423 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2017
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY349 BPK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2017 65,423 miles

Crack in windscreen not affecting drivers operation

EML light

Engine covers fitted could not inspect all components

Front Difficult to assess exhaust leak due to engine covers, seems to be emanating from manifold area advised presenter

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Seems a leak but could not detect as engine covers fitted have advised presenter. Emissions ok (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on outer shoulder (4.1.E.1)

Fail 4 Oct 2017 65,422 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 has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system seems to blowing possibly around manifold area

Front Engine cover fitted could not assess all components

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both front tyres wearing on shoulder(s) (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

crack in windscreen

Pass 29 Oct 2016 61,624 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

rear tyres starting to split in tread and crack on tyre walls

Pass 27 Oct 2015 56,101 miles

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

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

both wiper blades split

engine management light on

Pass 31 Oct 2014 52,397 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

mil light on

Fail 9 Oct 2013 50,191 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Pass 9 Oct 2013 50,191 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Pass 11 Oct 2012 49,674 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

front brake discs corroded

slight play in n/s inner tie rod

Pass 10 Oct 2011 45,415 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2010 43,509 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2010 43,493 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 6 Oct 2009 39,798 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 37,896 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2008 37,876 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Pass 18 Oct 2007 35,684 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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Y349 BPK 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 Y349 BPK, 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 Y349 BPK registered?

Y349 BPK is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 17 April 2001.

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