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Y812 DDJ

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

104,333 mi
Last recorded104,333 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2018
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY812 DDJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Fail 14 Jun 2018 104,333 miles

Emissions not tested Engine speed cannot be held within test parameters (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Damage to boot splitting it (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Damage to boot splitting it (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Both front lower arm rear bushes are deteriorated with slight play

Both rear tyres are slightly deteriorated

Driver's door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

O/s/f brake has judder just within limits

Windscreen wiper blade defective Both front (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2017 100,898 miles

fuel tank straps rusty

n/s front tyre slightly distorted

Fail 19 Jun 2017 100,892 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

fuel tank straps rusty

n/s front tyre slightly distorted

Pass 25 Jun 2016 92,970 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 84,685 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 74,834 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 70,056 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 63,415 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 59,442 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 55,207 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2009 50,157 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 45,500 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 40,928 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 35,199 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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Y812 DDJ is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 Y812 DDJ, 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 Y812 DDJ registered?

Y812 DDJ is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 25 April 2001.

Is Y812 DDJ safe to buy?

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