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Y369 FNH

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

96,834 mi
Last recorded96,834 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2018
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY369 FNH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2018 96,834 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2017 94,288 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 92,535 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases cat to intermediate joint (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

offside rear tyre worn on the edge

Pass 20 Oct 2015 85,886 miles

front and rear brake discs corroded and pitted

Pass 22 Oct 2014 82,423 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 73,394 miles

front tyre,s wearing on inside edge

Fail 17 Oct 2013 73,383 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

front tyre,s wearing on inside edge

Pass 29 Aug 2012 65,876 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 62,346 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 57,799 miles

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

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

front brake discs worn

Fail 20 Sep 2010 57,796 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

front brake discs worn

Pass 22 Sep 2009 51,147 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 43,806 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2007 35,842 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 28,675 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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Y369 FNH is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 Y369 FNH, 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 Y369 FNH registered?

Y369 FNH is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 6 August 2001.

Is Y369 FNH safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y369 FNH shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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