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Y735 HDN

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

120,421 mi
Last recorded120,421 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2017
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY735 HDN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Fail 11 Apr 2017 120,421 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

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

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Nearside Rear tyre mishaped on inner edge

Offside Rear tyre mishaped on inner edge

eml on

Pass 25 May 2016 113,882 miles
Fail 20 May 2016 113,602 miles

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

Fail 19 May 2015 101,725 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2015 101,725 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 89,545 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

f/o/s tyre inner edge worn

Pass 25 May 2013 79,822 miles

both front tyres.............. rear number plate...........

Pass 26 May 2012 72,817 miles

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 24 May 2011 65,893 miles
Fail 24 May 2011 65,893 miles

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

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 9 Apr 2010 59,071 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 51,783 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 43,160 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 32,024 miles

nail in near side rear tyre

Pass 12 Apr 2006 29,224 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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Y735 HDN is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 Y735 HDN, 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 Y735 HDN registered?

Y735 HDN is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 24 April 2001.

Is Y735 HDN safe to buy?

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