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Y751 TGA

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

72,015 mi
Last recorded72,015 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2018
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY751 TGA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2018 72,015 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2018 72,015 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Feb 2017 66,982 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2017 66,982 miles

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

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

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 9 Feb 2016 62,011 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)

middle exhaust bracket missing

Pass 30 Jan 2015 58,398 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2015 58,398 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Feb 2014 55,889 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 54,305 miles

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

epc light staying on

Pass 17 Feb 2012 51,325 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 48,118 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2011 48,118 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Mar 2010 43,800 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 38,755 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 29,993 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 24,971 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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Y751 TGA is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 Y751 TGA, 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 Y751 TGA registered?

Y751 TGA is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 27 March 2001.

Is Y751 TGA safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y751 TGA shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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