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Y399 ONA

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2021
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

104,838 mi
Last recorded104,838 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2020
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY399 ONA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2020 104,838 miles

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

Offside Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Nov 2020 104,838 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Offside Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2019 99,241 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 96,143 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Fail 16 May 2018 96,143 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 8 May 2018 96,043 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)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 May 2017 92,573 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 7 May 2016 88,104 miles

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 5 May 2016 88,104 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 hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (7.3.A.2b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 18 Apr 2016 88,101 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

eml light on

rear tyres cracking

Pass 20 Apr 2015 82,565 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2015 82,561 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

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

Pass 23 Apr 2014 77,730 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2014 77,730 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Aug 2013 77,125 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 73,412 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 68,908 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2011 68,902 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2010 61,706 miles

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

front wiper blades becoming worn

Pass 6 Aug 2009 49,282 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 44,009 miles

front brake discs and pads worn low

n/s/f wiper blade incorrectly fitted

Pass 20 Jun 2007 39,365 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 34,487 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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Y399 ONA is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 Y399 ONA, 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 Y399 ONA registered?

Y399 ONA is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 25 May 2001.

Is Y399 ONA safe to buy?

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