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Y861 LNW

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

125,528 mi
Last recorded125,528 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2016
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY861 LNW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2016 125,528 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2016 125,528 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Stop lamp not working all stop lights (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Jul 2015 121,643 miles

engine light on dash

Fail 14 Jul 2015 121,643 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

engine light on dash

Pass 8 Jul 2014 116,200 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2014 116,200 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Jun 2013 110,332 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2012 101,840 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 91,923 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 81,797 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 72,564 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 62,835 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 52,674 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 44,265 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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Y861 LNW is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 Y861 LNW, 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 Y861 LNW registered?

Y861 LNW is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 15 June 2001.

Is Y861 LNW safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y861 LNW shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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