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Y917 OHC

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

152,114 mi
Last recorded152,114 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2013
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY917 OHC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2013 152,114 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 146,779 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 143,385 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 136,272 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2010 136,272 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2009 127,601 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2008 121,309 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2007 105,535 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2007 105,535 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear number plate deteriorating

Pass 5 Jul 2006 91,120 miles

both rear tyres getting low

traction control light on

two wheel trim badges missing

unable to see brake fluid

uneven tread wear on offside rear tyre

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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Y917 OHC is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 Y917 OHC, 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 Y917 OHC registered?

Y917 OHC is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 25 May 2001.

Is Y917 OHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y917 OHC shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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