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Y522 XCW

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

106,545 mi
Last recorded106,545 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2018
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY522 XCW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2018 106,545 miles

Nearside Front side light dim

Pass 28 Jul 2017 96,584 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 93,449 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 90,940 miles

engine warning light on

oil leak

rear brake pipes have been cleaned and greased

Pass 27 Oct 2014 87,700 miles

engine light on

gear box leaking oil

near side front side light dim

off side number plate lamp lense missing

Pass 28 Oct 2013 83,813 miles

advise corrosion to both front to rear and rear brake pipes

advise offside rear number plate light lense missing

advise offside rear tyre starting to crack

advise to both front indicaters starting to discolour

Pass 25 Sep 2012 78,748 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)

damage to near side front sill

mil light on

off side number plate light lense cracked

Pass 13 May 2011 72,005 miles
Fail 13 May 2011 72,005 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 24 Apr 2010 67,044 miles

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

mil light on

Pass 30 Apr 2009 63,865 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2009 63,865 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2008 60,267 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 50,519 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2005 50,454 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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Y522 XCW is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 Y522 XCW, 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 Y522 XCW registered?

Y522 XCW is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is Y522 XCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y522 XCW shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Y522 XCW have outstanding finance?

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