MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
126,630 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Front brakes discs corroded
Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()
Slight oil leak
Both outer sills damaged
Brake discs pitted
Engine warning light on
Offside front tyre low on tread
Offside rear coil spring possibly broken
All discs rusty
Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()
Tyre worn close to the legal limit N/s/r (4.1.E.1)
Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
All discs rusty
Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()
Tyre worn close to the legal limit N/s/r (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
very slight scuffing to underneath components,similar to touchdown fron pavements or curbs
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
CENTRE EXHAUST STABILIZER MOUNT ADRIFT BUT EXHAUST STILL SECURE
Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
slight damage to windscreen.
Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
How Reliable is the Volkswagen Beetle?
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Top MOT Failure Points
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Y78 XCE is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
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 Y78 XCE, 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.
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What year was Y78 XCE registered?
Y78 XCE is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 6 July 2001.
Is Y78 XCE safe to buy?
The MOT history for Y78 XCE shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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