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Y521 YGF

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

53,926 mi
Last recorded53,926 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2018
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY521 YGF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2018 53,926 miles

Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 6 Apr 2018 50,146 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 49,804 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2014 49,793 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 9 Feb 2013 48,109 miles

ESP Fault light is on indicating a possible fault

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

N/S/R Tyre valve is perishing

O/S/F Tyre valve is perishing

O/S/R Brake calliper parking brake mechanisam is not fully releasing

O/S/R Tyre has more ware on the inner edge

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 2 Feb 2013 48,037 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 emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Engine managment light is on

Front wipers smear

N/S/R Tyre valve is perishing

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

O/S/F Tyre valve is perishing

O/S/R Brake calliper parking brake mechanisam is not fully releasing

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Traction control fault light is on

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Nov 2011 44,211 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 39,502 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 34,093 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2009 31,975 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 30,359 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2007 29,623 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2006 26,362 miles

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

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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Y521 YGF is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 Y521 YGF, 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 Y521 YGF registered?

Y521 YGF is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 17 April 2001.

Is Y521 YGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y521 YGF shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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