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Y365 UKO

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

106,107 mi
Last recorded106,107 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2017
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY365 UKO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2017 106,107 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2015 100,799 miles

brake warning light on

centre exhaust bracket broken

centre exhaust clamp broken

offside front tyre badly skuffed on inner edge

severe oil leak

Fail 30 Jun 2015 100,799 miles

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Nail in nearside front tyre

brake warning light on

centre exhaust bracket broken

centre exhaust clamp broken

offside front tyre badly skuffed on inner edge

severe oil leak

Pass 5 Jun 2014 95,878 miles

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

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

brake (pad) warning light on?

centre exhaust bracket broken

drivers seat belt starting to fray

strong advise! nearside rear tyre outer sidewall badly perished

warning light on

Fail 5 Jun 2014 95,878 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

brake (pad) warning light on?

centre exhaust bracket broken

drivers seat belt starting to fray

strong advise! nearside rear tyre outer sidewall badly perished

warning light on

Pass 23 May 2013 87,866 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

nearside front tyre splitting in inner sidewall

nearside rear tyre scuffed on outer sidewall

Pass 25 May 2012 79,879 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

e.s.p. light on and brake warning light on

Fail 25 May 2012 79,879 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

e.s.p. light on and brake warning light on

Pass 25 May 2011 70,757 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)

play in nearside steering rack tie rod arm joint

Pass 1 Jun 2010 63,695 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 57,533 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 47,222 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 43,827 miles

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

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 5 May 2006 36,448 miles
Fail 4 May 2006 36,448 miles

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

Nearside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

both front tyres wearing low on inner edges

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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Y365 UKO is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver 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 Y365 UKO, 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 Y365 UKO registered?

Y365 UKO is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 17 May 2001.

Is Y365 UKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y365 UKO shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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