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Y631 DFC

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2022
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

62,998 mi
Last recorded62,998 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2021
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY631 DFC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2021 62,998 miles

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2020 61,114 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2019 60,355 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 3 Oct 2019 60,349 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 6 Jul 2018 54,308 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2018 54,306 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 6 Jul 2017 52,072 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 50,100 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2014 46,510 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Oct 2014 46,510 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 43,317 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2013 43,317 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 28 Sep 2012 40,152 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 36,961 miles

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

Fail 20 Sep 2011 36,961 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 30 Sep 2010 34,167 miles

wipers clearing action poor

Pass 29 Sep 2009 31,821 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 29,740 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 23,479 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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Y631 DFC is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 Y631 DFC, 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

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What year was Y631 DFC registered?

Y631 DFC is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 20 March 2001.

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The MOT history for Y631 DFC shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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