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Y974 XBU

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2022
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

70,918 mi
Last recorded70,918 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2021
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY974 XBU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2021 70,918 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 4 Oct 2021 70,918 miles

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

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 30 Sep 2021 70,899 miles

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

Exhaust system insecure center join clamp rusty and snapped (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both headlamps cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

engine light on

gearbox oil leak

Pass 12 Sep 2020 68,291 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective o/s & n/s (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s & n/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

exhaust system corroded, centre clamp broken

Pass 21 Sep 2019 64,355 miles

EML on dash

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 Sep 2018 59,258 miles

Offside dip beam image poor

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 10 Sep 2018 59,098 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both misted light output not seriously reduced (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view minor scratches (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2017 54,911 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2017 54,873 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Engine management light on

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 17 Sep 2016 51,836 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 48,414 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2015 48,414 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Sep 2014 45,713 miles

centre exhaust mount broken

Pass 16 Sep 2013 37,769 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 33,215 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 28,830 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2011 28,830 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 8 Sep 2010 24,476 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 19,047 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 14,672 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 12,155 miles

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)

could not see brake fluid level

engine managment light is on

front brake disc's pitted

nail in o/s/r tyre

o/s/r tyre side wall damaged

slight play in steering coloum

traction control light is on

tyres underinflated

wiper blades smear slightly

Pass 19 Aug 2005 10,612 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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Y974 XBU is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 Y974 XBU, 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 Y974 XBU registered?

Y974 XBU is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 21 May 2001.

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The MOT history for Y974 XBU shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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