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Y939 TTR

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

108,833 mi
Last recorded108,833 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2023
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY939 TTR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Fail 16 Jan 2023 108,833 miles

Exhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2020 94,539 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Aug 2019 89,004 miles

centre exhaust baffles loose

Pass 20 Aug 2018 86,261 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

both head lamp patterns

Pass 17 Aug 2017 83,269 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin looks close to wear wire (3.5.1g)

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly both front upper movement (2.5.B.1b)

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

Rear Outer both rear tyres starting to crack in tread pattern

Pass 19 Jul 2016 79,573 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 67,884 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 66,351 miles

centre exhaust bracket broken

Pass 11 Jul 2013 65,038 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 63,573 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 61,688 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 59,308 miles

centre exhaust bracket broken

Pass 23 Jul 2009 56,289 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 51,764 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 49,946 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 47,140 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 TTR is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 TTR, 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 TTR registered?

Y939 TTR is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 6 July 2001.

Is Y939 TTR safe to buy?

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