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Y753 BRP

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

105,660 mi
Last recorded105,660 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2019
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY753 BRP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2019 105,660 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Oct 2017 91,081 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2017 91,080 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 15 Nov 2016 87,315 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both rear hose ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Pass 7 Nov 2015 83,338 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Pass 6 Nov 2014 78,625 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2013 72,193 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 64,554 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

exhaust mount corroded

exhaust slight rust

Pass 12 Sep 2011 62,153 miles

Oil leak

Pass 11 Sep 2010 60,710 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 55,352 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 13 Jun 2008 51,060 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 19 Jun 2007 45,913 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 41,122 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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Y753 BRP is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 Y753 BRP, 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 Y753 BRP registered?

Y753 BRP is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 22 June 2001.

Is Y753 BRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y753 BRP shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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