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Y788 YAM

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

102,033 mi
Last recorded102,033 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2015
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY788 YAM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2015 102,033 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 2 Dec 2015 102,033 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Jan 2015 89,894 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2014 86,772 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Apr 2014 86,772 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 82,805 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2012 82,787 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 81,612 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 80,941 miles

Engine Oil Level Low

Exhaust Heat Shield Insecure

Nail in nearside front tyre

O/S Wiper Blade Torn

Fail 30 Sep 2009 80,941 miles

Direction indicators not in good working order (function impaired) (1.5.A1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Engine Oil Level Low

Exhaust Heat Shield Insecure

Nail in nearside front tyre

O/S Wiper Blade Torn

Pass 27 May 2008 75,143 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2007 68,647 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2005 63,720 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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Y788 YAM is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 Y788 YAM, 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 Y788 YAM registered?

Y788 YAM is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 30 March 2001.

Is Y788 YAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y788 YAM shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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