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Y733 VOB

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

92,291 mi
Last recorded92,291 miles
Recorded on13 May 2016
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY733 VOB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 May 2016 92,291 miles

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

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.3.3b)

advise crack in windscreen

advise play in inner steering rack joints

Fail 13 May 2016 92,291 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.3.3b)

advise crack in windscreen

advise play in inner steering rack joints

Pass 12 May 2015 85,801 miles

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 9 Dec 2013 77,978 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 76,082 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 13 Feb 2012 72,973 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 68,647 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2011 68,647 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Feb 2010 65,808 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2010 65,808 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2009 60,953 miles

brake pads not checked

front brake discs starting to rust on inner face

Pass 16 Jan 2008 57,780 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 50,708 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2006 43,087 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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Y733 VOB is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 Y733 VOB, 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 Y733 VOB registered?

Y733 VOB is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 15 March 2001.

Is Y733 VOB safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y733 VOB shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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