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Y434 UBL

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2014
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

87,890 mi
Last recorded87,890 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2013
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY434 UBL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 24 Jul 2013 87,890 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

both front brake discs wor but not to excess.

centre section exhaust support mount broken but still secure.

front number plate cracked but can still be read.

gearbox oil leak.

Pass 25 Jun 2012 86,243 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 82,368 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2010 78,568 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 73,462 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 68,877 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 64,991 miles

n/s wiper blade torn

Pass 28 Jul 2006 60,211 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2005 47,486 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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Y434 UBL is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 Y434 UBL, 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 Y434 UBL registered?

Y434 UBL is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 10 July 2001.

Is Y434 UBL safe to buy?

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