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Y423 ANP

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2015
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

128,396 mi
Last recorded128,396 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2014
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY423 ANP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2014 128,396 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2014 128,396 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2013 123,018 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 119,436 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 109,213 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 25 Nov 2010 100,268 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak

Suggest front wiper blades to be replaced soon!

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

Fail 25 Nov 2010 100,268 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 has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Oil leak

Suggest front wiper blades to be replaced soon!

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

Pass 24 Nov 2009 93,665 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 87,891 miles

n/s/r an o/s/f tyres close to limits

Pass 14 Jan 2008 77,724 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 69,417 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 59,808 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2006 59,808 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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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Y423 ANP is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,595cc 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 Y423 ANP, 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 Y423 ANP registered?

Y423 ANP is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 21 March 2001.

Is Y423 ANP safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y423 ANP 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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