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Y741 MNO

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2019
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

77,309 mi
Last recorded77,309 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2018
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY741 MNO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2018 77,309 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2018 77,309 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 19 Oct 2017 69,224 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 19 Oct 2017 69,223 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 29 Nov 2016 64,481 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 64,138 miles

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

engine light on dash

Fail 26 Sep 2016 64,138 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

engine light on dash

Pass 23 Oct 2015 61,838 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 59,377 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 5 Nov 2013 56,220 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 15 Nov 2012 51,426 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 47,249 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 44,270 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 42,883 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 41,373 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2007 40,150 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Jul 2006 37,487 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 18 Jul 2006 37,487 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2005 35,371 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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Y741 MNO is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 Y741 MNO, 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 Y741 MNO registered?

Y741 MNO is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 3 May 2001.

Is Y741 MNO safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y741 MNO shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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