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Y959 OGU

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

73,657 mi
Last recorded73,657 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2020
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY959 OGU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2020 73,657 miles

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

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 15 Mar 2019 71,944 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2018 70,465 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 68,937 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 67,094 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 65,964 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 63,636 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 57,934 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 9 Mar 2012 51,744 miles

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

Fail 6 Mar 2012 51,725 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

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

engine management light on

Pass 1 Mar 2011 48,504 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2010 46,297 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 42,730 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 38,017 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 34,999 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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Y959 OGU is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 Y959 OGU, 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 Y959 OGU registered?

Y959 OGU is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 5 March 2001.

Is Y959 OGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y959 OGU shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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