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Y587 FAR

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

32,735 mi
Last recorded32,735 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2016
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY587 FAR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2016 32,735 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

engine management light on

Pass 13 Jul 2015 23,065 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 Jul 2014 20,427 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 May 2013 18,304 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 18,190 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 17,946 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 17,603 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 17,075 miles
Fail 7 May 2009 17,075 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 May 2008 15,329 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 13,436 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 11,551 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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Y587 FAR is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 Y587 FAR, 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 Y587 FAR registered?

Y587 FAR is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 17 May 2001.

Is Y587 FAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y587 FAR shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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