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Y939 AJF

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

139,968 mi
Last recorded139,968 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2017
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY939 AJF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2017 139,968 miles

damage to n/s sill

o/s mirror casing repaired with tape but still secure

Pass 21 Jan 2016 136,367 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2016 136,303 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 26 Jan 2015 130,414 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2014 122,753 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 21 Jan 2013 115,891 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2013 115,795 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 24 Jan 2012 109,590 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 102,366 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 90,778 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 84,694 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 79,721 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 73,461 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Apr 2006 64,220 miles

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

engine management light on

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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Y939 AJF is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,595cc 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 Y939 AJF, 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 Y939 AJF registered?

Y939 AJF is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 May 2001.

Is Y939 AJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y939 AJF shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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