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Y39 JPB

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

158,920 mi
Last recorded158,920 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2016
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY39 JPB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2016 158,920 miles

Offside Front inner track rod has slight play

Fail 1 Sep 2016 158,920 miles

Offside Front inner track rod has slight play

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Jul 2015 152,753 miles

front tyres worn inner edges

Pass 3 Jul 2014 141,122 miles

Nearside Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 2 Jul 2014 141,115 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Nearside Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 3 Aug 2013 130,049 miles

chip in screen

n/s/r tyre worn close to limit

o/s/f tyre worn low

o/s/r tyre perished

Pass 1 Aug 2012 114,334 miles

chip in screen

n/s/r tyre worn inner edge

Pass 3 Aug 2011 96,410 miles

brake pad waring light on wires broken

Fail 3 Aug 2011 96,410 miles

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)

brake pad waring light on wires broken

Pass 7 Jul 2010 80,272 miles

front brake discs slightly pitted

Pass 19 Jun 2009 78,222 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 69,957 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 21 Jun 2007 60,172 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2006 49,351 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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Y39 JPB is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 Y39 JPB, 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 Y39 JPB registered?

Y39 JPB is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 21 May 2001.

Is Y39 JPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y39 JPB shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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