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Y739 KBW

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

107,349 mi
Last recorded107,349 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2017
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY739 KBW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2017 107,349 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 102,499 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 96,469 miles

TC LIGHT ON

Pass 11 Feb 2014 91,988 miles

Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 12 Feb 2013 87,144 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 82,279 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 78,776 miles

slight corrosion to nearside front brake disc

Pass 25 Feb 2010 72,283 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 66,497 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 61,995 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 58,269 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2006 54,993 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)

Pass 28 Feb 2006 54,993 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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Y739 KBW is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 Y739 KBW, 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 Y739 KBW registered?

Y739 KBW is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 2 March 2001.

Is Y739 KBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y739 KBW shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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