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Y621 KVW

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

100,543 mi
Last recorded100,543 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2017
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY621 KVW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2017 100,543 miles

n/side rear tyre bald on edges

Pass 15 Sep 2016 90,289 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 81,870 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2015 81,870 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2014 74,057 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2013 70,102 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2013 70,102 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2012 64,846 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 15 Sep 2011 59,367 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 55,843 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

nearside rear tyre wall cracking

offside front tyre wall cracking

offside rear tyre wall cracking

Pass 21 Sep 2009 53,784 miles

nearside rear tyre wall cracking

offside rear tyre wall cracking

Pass 23 Aug 2008 50,493 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 46,063 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 40,723 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 KVW is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 Y621 KVW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of Y621 KVW?

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What year was Y621 KVW registered?

Y621 KVW is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 3 July 2001.

Is Y621 KVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y621 KVW shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Y621 KVW have outstanding finance?

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