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Y506 KUB

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

118,414 mi
Last recorded118,414 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2016
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY506 KUB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2016 118,414 miles
Fail 31 May 2016 118,411 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit On 2mm - DOT 4207 - Age cracks (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Slight play in steering rack arm

Offside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit On 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Jun 2015 113,922 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 28 May 2015 113,824 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 27 May 2014 97,975 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2013 85,027 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 25 May 2012 71,018 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 64,218 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 54,911 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 47,326 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 41,909 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 39,361 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 36,513 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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Y506 KUB is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 Y506 KUB, 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 Y506 KUB registered?

Y506 KUB is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 June 2001.

Is Y506 KUB safe to buy?

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