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Y815 HWX

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

89,878 mi
Last recorded89,878 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2017
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY815 HWX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2017 89,878 miles

under body corrosion

Fail 24 Oct 2017 89,878 miles

Emissions not tested exhaust leak from cat (7.3.A.1)

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

under body corrosion

Pass 10 Nov 2016 87,630 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2016 87,630 miles

Offside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Pass 9 Dec 2015 87,617 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2014 85,592 miles

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Oct 2013 81,706 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 78,095 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 72,112 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2011 72,112 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2010 67,678 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 60,783 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2009 60,783 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Apr 2008 53,289 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 46,764 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 33,858 miles

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

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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Y815 HWX is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 Y815 HWX, 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 Y815 HWX registered?

Y815 HWX is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 12 April 2001.

Is Y815 HWX safe to buy?

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