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Y898 EFC

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2025
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

102,556 mi
Last recorded102,556 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2024
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY898 EFC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2024 102,556 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2023 98,928 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Jan 2022 94,494 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2021 92,435 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jan 2020 91,362 miles

engine cover fitted

Pass 21 Jan 2019 87,148 miles

engine cover fitted

Pass 19 Jan 2018 82,309 miles

engine cover fitted

Pass 17 Jan 2017 78,913 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2016 74,850 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 70,518 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 65,992 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 61,263 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Jan 2012 55,989 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 50,261 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 45,421 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 40,997 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 37,451 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2008 37,451 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

n/s number plate lamp lense missing

Pass 10 Feb 2007 32,094 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 26,672 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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Y898 EFC is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 Y898 EFC, 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 Y898 EFC registered?

Y898 EFC is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 6 March 2001.

Is Y898 EFC safe to buy?

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