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Y63 FPU

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2017
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

134,465 mi
Last recorded134,465 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2016
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY63 FPU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2016 134,465 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2016 134,465 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2015 124,256 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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 20 Aug 2014 112,207 miles

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

Fail 20 Aug 2014 112,207 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Aug 2013 101,470 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2012 92,286 miles

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

nearside rear wheels buckled

Pass 25 Aug 2011 86,964 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2010 80,533 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 73,681 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 64,038 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 54,280 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 51,214 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2006 44,370 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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Y63 FPU is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow 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 Y63 FPU, 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 Y63 FPU registered?

Y63 FPU is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is Y63 FPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y63 FPU 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 Y63 FPU have outstanding finance?

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