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Y466 OFB

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

114,380 mi
Last recorded114,380 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2014
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY466 OFB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2014 114,380 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2014 114,313 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

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

catalyst block loose and rattleing

Pass 14 Mar 2013 109,263 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 101,789 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2010 92,573 miles

ADVISE MAX AMOUNT OF PLAY ALLOWED IN N/S/F STEERING RACK TRACK ROD (MAY GET WORSE)

ADVISE SLIGHT COMPLIANCE IN FRONT ANTIROLL BAR BUSHES

ADVISE SLIGHT SMEAR ON FRONT WIPERS

Pass 6 May 2009 87,493 miles
Fail 6 May 2009 87,493 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 29 Apr 2008 81,168 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2007 73,114 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 64,091 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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Y466 OFB is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 Y466 OFB, 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 Y466 OFB registered?

Y466 OFB is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 30 April 2001.

Is Y466 OFB safe to buy?

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