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Y621 CSF

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2018
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

114,814 mi
Last recorded114,814 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2017
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY621 CSF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2017 114,814 miles

eml light on

n/s sill corroded at rear

Fail 26 May 2016 114,800 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

registration plate deteriorated both (6.3.1d)

Pass 28 May 2015 108,678 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

nails in both rear tyres

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

Pass 30 May 2014 104,850 miles

centre stop light disconnected

eml light on

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

Fail 20 May 2014 104,785 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

eml light on

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

Fail 4 Jun 2013 99,001 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Jun 2013 99,001 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 97,133 miles

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

rear high level brake light not working

tracking needs checked

Fail 14 May 2012 97,133 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

rear high level brake light not working

tracking needs checked

Pass 27 May 2011 94,305 miles

Spare tyre defective

high level brake light only half working at n/s

Fail 26 May 2011 94,305 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Spare tyre defective

high level brake light only half working at n/s

Pass 13 May 2010 89,439 miles
Fail 13 May 2010 89,439 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 11 May 2009 82,226 miles
Fail 11 May 2009 82,226 miles

Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 May 2008 71,145 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 65,706 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 60,290 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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Y621 CSF is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 Y621 CSF, 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 Y621 CSF registered?

Y621 CSF is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 June 2001.

Is Y621 CSF safe to buy?

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