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Y427 TKR

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

114,342 mi
Last recorded114,342 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2018
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY427 TKR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 17 Oct 2018 114,342 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin visual check only (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Oct 2017 103,744 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2016 97,506 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 3 Nov 2015 90,726 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 84,672 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 2 Nov 2013 77,641 miles

Centre exhaust bracket broken

Nearside rear tyre cracking

Slight play in the offside front wheel

Pass 5 Nov 2012 67,244 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 63,493 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 56,485 miles

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

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

Pass 29 May 2009 50,622 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 45,266 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 38,978 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 33,865 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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Y427 TKR is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 Y427 TKR, 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 Y427 TKR registered?

Y427 TKR is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 3 April 2001.

Is Y427 TKR safe to buy?

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