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Y354 BAA

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

82,859 mi
Last recorded82,859 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2019
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY354 BAA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2019 82,859 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2019 82,859 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2017 82,850 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2015 81,577 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 78,064 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 74,739 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2012 70,829 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)

Pass 20 Jun 2011 64,206 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 59,686 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2008 55,337 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 53,649 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2008 53,549 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Feb 2007 44,409 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2007 44,409 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Mar 2006 36,626 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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Y354 BAA is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 Y354 BAA, 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 Y354 BAA registered?

Y354 BAA is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is Y354 BAA safe to buy?

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