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Y615 KFG

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2022
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

92,681 mi
Last recorded92,681 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2021
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY615 KFG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2021 92,681 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Jul 2021 92,680 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2020 91,490 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2020 91,490 miles

Offside Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) Inner rack joint (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2019 90,202 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2019 90,202 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2018 87,989 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2018 87,989 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 31 Jul 2017 84,542 miles

Os rear tyre has a puncture

Play in steering joints ns

Rear no plate is in poor condition

Rear springs are corroded

Pass 15 Feb 2016 79,412 miles

Ns front tyre has worn to 3mm

Play in ns steering arm joint

Pass 28 Jan 2015 73,003 miles

Both rear coil springs are very corroded

Fail 27 Jan 2015 73,002 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Both front tyres have worn to 3.5mm

Both rear coil springs are very corroded

Both steering arms have movement

Ns anti roll bar mount is in poor condition

Pass 31 Jan 2014 66,441 miles

Centre exhaust mounting broken off exhaust.

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

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

Pass 4 Feb 2013 60,492 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 54,759 miles

offside front tyre getting low 3mm

Pass 26 Aug 2010 47,436 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2010 47,385 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

emissions not tested, unable to maintain steady high idle speed, engine management light on.

Pass 7 Aug 2009 36,799 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2008 25,544 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 22,648 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 19,937 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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Y615 KFG is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 Y615 KFG, 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 Y615 KFG registered?

Y615 KFG is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 25 May 2001.

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