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Y973 JNW

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

149,755 mi
Last recorded149,755 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2020
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY973 JNW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2020 149,755 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Oct 2018 141,818 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2018 141,817 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 21 Oct 2017 137,170 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 130,841 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 123,035 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 112,358 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 30 Aug 2013 97,154 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

both rear outer sills damaged

exhaust system corrosive

offside rear tyre heavily perished on sidewall and through treaded area

Pass 18 Aug 2012 82,160 miles

engine management lamp on

offside rear tyre sidewall and tread perishing

Pass 17 Sep 2011 72,889 miles

front and rear brake discs very pitted on the outer edges

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Nov 2010 64,016 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 60,893 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 59,116 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 56,000 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 53,929 miles

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

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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Y973 JNW is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver 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 Y973 JNW, 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 Y973 JNW registered?

Y973 JNW is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 May 2001.

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The MOT history for Y973 JNW 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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