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Y538 OWC

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2022
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

63,196 mi
Last recorded63,196 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2021
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY538 OWC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2021 63,196 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

petrol cap seal starting to crack

Fail 18 Oct 2021 63,192 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

petrol cap seal starting to crack

Pass 3 Nov 2020 58,582 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Oct 2020 58,581 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2019 55,190 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2019 55,189 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Oct 2018 51,529 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Fail 3 Oct 2018 51,529 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2017 48,421 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 42,847 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)

Pass 27 Jul 2015 34,377 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 28,651 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2013 25,453 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 22,665 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 19,646 miles

front brake pads apear to be crumbling and have cracks showing

Pass 7 Jul 2010 16,893 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 14,088 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 10,296 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 6,302 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 2,067 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2006 2,067 miles

Bootlid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

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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Y538 OWC is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 Y538 OWC, 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 Y538 OWC registered?

Y538 OWC is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 14 July 2001.

Is Y538 OWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y538 OWC shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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