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Y586 WGA

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2022
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

137,849 mi
Last recorded137,849 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2022
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY586 WGA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Fail 30 Dec 2022 137,849 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2021 133,880 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2021 133,851 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2019 126,574 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 123,237 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2018 123,212 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 87,396 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2007 87,396 miles

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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

Pass 13 Apr 2006 77,433 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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Y586 WGA is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 Y586 WGA, 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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How do I check the history of Y586 WGA?

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What year was Y586 WGA registered?

Y586 WGA is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 May 2001.

Is Y586 WGA safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y586 WGA shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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