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Y672 UOW

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

93,607 mi
Last recorded93,607 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2018
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY672 UOW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2018 93,607 miles

Nearside Front 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))

Pass 1 Nov 2017 90,144 miles

FRONT TYRES WORN ON EDGES

REAR TYRES SLIGHTLY PERISHED

Fail 30 Oct 2017 90,144 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

FRONT TYRES WORN ON EDGES

REAR TYRES SLIGHTLY PERISHED

Pass 25 Oct 2016 86,503 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2016 86,469 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2015 84,582 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2015 84,581 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases SILENCER (7.1.2)

Fail 16 Oct 2014 81,202 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

body damaged

Pass 16 Oct 2014 81,202 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

body damaged

Pass 18 Oct 2013 70,928 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 18 Feb 2013 70,126 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 Feb 2013 70,126 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 9 Feb 2012 68,474 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 10 Feb 2011 66,935 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 63,429 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 59,904 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 56,246 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 50,513 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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Y672 UOW is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 Y672 UOW, 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 Y672 UOW registered?

Y672 UOW is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 17 April 2001.

Is Y672 UOW safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y672 UOW shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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