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Y636 KBL

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

108,441 mi
Last recorded108,441 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2019
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY636 KBL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2019 108,441 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Apr 2018 102,803 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 96,964 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 89,927 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 82,645 miles

Centre exhaust bracket corroded and weld broke

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 27 Mar 2014 75,595 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 68,524 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 61,979 miles

Nearside headlight aim on lower limit and adjuster isn't working.

Oil leak

Unable to fully inspect rear brake pipes for corrosion as they are heavily undersealed / greased.

Pass 6 Apr 2011 56,660 miles

Offside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 29 Mar 2010 52,619 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 26 Mar 2009 48,141 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 43,004 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 5 Apr 2007 39,032 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2007 39,032 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Apr 2006 34,470 miles

both front tyres close to wear limits.

Pass 9 Jun 2005 29,879 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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Y636 KBL is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 Y636 KBL, 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 Y636 KBL registered?

Y636 KBL is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 17 April 2001.

Is Y636 KBL safe to buy?

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