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Y72 UEN

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2021
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

87,149 mi
Last recorded87,149 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2021
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY72 UEN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Fail 31 Mar 2021 87,149 miles

Nearside Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2020 86,904 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Jan 2019 85,493 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Jan 2019 85,489 miles

Emissions not tested Unable to hold revs steady. (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2018 83,603 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake starting to bind slightly

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

Pass 14 Jan 2017 80,973 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Jan 2017 80,973 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)

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

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

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

Pass 19 Jan 2016 76,686 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 75,363 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 21 May 2014 72,730 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)

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

engine management light on

Pass 31 May 2013 69,529 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)

engine management light on

Pass 2 May 2012 65,826 miles
Fail 2 May 2012 65,826 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 May 2011 62,576 miles
Fail 12 May 2010 57,671 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 12 May 2010 57,671 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 53,579 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 49,334 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2007 45,115 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 40,420 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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Y72 UEN is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 Y72 UEN, 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 Y72 UEN registered?

Y72 UEN is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 24 May 2001.

Is Y72 UEN safe to buy?

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