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Y952 PNW

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2025
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

108,918 mi
Last recorded108,918 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2024
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY952 PNW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2024 108,918 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2023 106,583 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 103,891 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Sep 2021 100,663 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective cracked (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Outer sill damaged

end of ns and os rear sill area heavily undersealed

front and rear suspension components corroded but acceptable

Pass 4 Sep 2020 100,506 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn, also has nail in tyre, 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 26 Aug 2020 100,494 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt hole/cut in dust cover (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (both sides) holes in sill by rear axle bushes (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn, also has nail in tyre, 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 16 Aug 2019 98,050 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2019 98,049 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2018 83,967 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2015 83,178 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 81,412 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2013 80,050 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 14 Sep 2012 77,722 miles

Exhuast centre section bracket/hanger broken, but not resulting in Excssive movement

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Sep 2011 70,045 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 61,867 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 55,223 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2008 47,288 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 40,641 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 34,844 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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Y952 PNW is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 Y952 PNW, 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 Y952 PNW registered?

Y952 PNW is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 26 July 2001.

Is Y952 PNW safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y952 PNW shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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