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Y381 HNN

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

93,668 mi
Last recorded93,668 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2015
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY381 HNN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2015 93,668 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 83,012 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 63,235 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 60,386 miles
Fail 30 May 2012 60,386 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 emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 25 May 2011 55,675 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 51,742 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2009 47,102 miles
Fail 10 May 2009 47,102 miles

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 emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 May 2008 42,872 miles
Fail 19 May 2008 42,872 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 11 May 2007 38,104 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 32,422 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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Y381 HNN is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 Y381 HNN, 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 Y381 HNN registered?

Y381 HNN is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 11 April 2001.

Is Y381 HNN safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y381 HNN shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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