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Y939 KAP

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

55,316 mi
Last recorded55,316 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2019
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY939 KAP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2019 55,316 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 53,968 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2018 53,968 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Apr 2017 52,251 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 5 Apr 2016 50,178 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 48,139 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2014 45,953 miles

Exhaust centre bracket broken but still adequately supported

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 15 Apr 2014 45,953 miles

Exhaust centre bracket broken but still adequately supported

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 Apr 2013 44,456 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 27 Apr 2012 42,928 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 41,087 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

offside front wheel rim damaged on inner side

Pass 21 Apr 2010 37,621 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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)

offside rear tyre wearing to inner edge

rear number plate in poor condition

Pass 5 May 2009 31,976 miles

rear number plate in poor condition

Pass 17 Jun 2008 26,607 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 24,979 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 23,550 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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Y939 KAP is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 KAP, 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 Y939 KAP registered?

Y939 KAP is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 22 May 2001.

Is Y939 KAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y939 KAP shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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