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Y532 OJH

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2017
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

118,922 mi
Last recorded118,922 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2016
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY532 OJH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2016 118,922 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 111,643 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 104,641 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 99,379 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 7 Nov 2013 99,346 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

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

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

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

advise engine fault light on

advise nearside door mirror damaged

Pass 16 Nov 2012 95,513 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Dec 2011 88,695 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2010 80,877 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2010 80,877 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Jun 2010 78,225 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2009 71,885 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2009 71,885 miles

Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 19 Jun 2008 66,590 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2008 66,588 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2007 61,400 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 59,677 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2007 59,576 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Mar 2006 50,269 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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Y532 OJH is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 Y532 OJH, 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 Y532 OJH registered?

Y532 OJH is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 19 March 2001.

Is Y532 OJH safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y532 OJH shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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