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Y603 GJR

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

106,500 mi
Last recorded106,500 miles
Recorded on19 May 2014
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY603 GJR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 May 2014 106,500 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 16 May 2014 106,495 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 21 May 2013 102,645 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 17 May 2013 102,631 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 2 Feb 2012 97,380 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Front wipers split

Fail 2 Feb 2011 89,670 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Feb 2011 89,670 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2010 81,077 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 78,403 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2008 72,626 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2008 72,626 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 May 2007 65,679 miles
Fail 24 May 2007 65,679 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 6 May 2006 54,906 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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Y603 GJR is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 Y603 GJR, 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 Y603 GJR registered?

Y603 GJR is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 5 June 2001.

Is Y603 GJR safe to buy?

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