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Y808 RFP

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2014
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

72,070 mi
Last recorded72,070 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2013
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY808 RFP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2013 72,070 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2013 72,034 miles

Front Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 2 Feb 2012 69,146 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 66,053 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2011 66,051 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2010 62,193 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2010 62,193 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2009 58,817 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2008 55,386 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2007 52,542 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2007 52,519 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Feb 2006 40,740 miles

advise rack †

advise brake pipes

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 27 Jan 2006 46,902 miles

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.D.1)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

advise discs

advise engine managment light on

advise rack

advise top struts

advise wishbone bushes

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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Y808 RFP is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 Y808 RFP, 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 Y808 RFP registered?

Y808 RFP is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 2 April 2001.

Is Y808 RFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y808 RFP shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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