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YN51 XCX

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2019
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

82,683 mi
Last recorded82,683 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2018
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN51 XCX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2018 82,683 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2018 82,683 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 6 Mar 2017 73,662 miles

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

Offside Front tyre has small cut in tread & wearing on inner edge

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

Fail 4 Mar 2017 73,662 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)

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

M.I.L lamp on

Offside Front tyre has small cut in tread & wearing on inner edge

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

Offside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 7 Mar 2016 71,419 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 66,762 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2013 61,110 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2013 61,110 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Dec 2012 57,336 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 15 Dec 2012 57,332 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

o/s/f tyre has a slight cut to inner sidewall not reaching cord

Pass 15 Dec 2011 53,546 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 49,064 miles

rear facing child seat on front pass.seat,has pass.air bag been deactivated?

Pass 14 Jul 2009 46,152 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 39,937 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2008 39,937 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 4 May 2007 36,340 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 30,208 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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YN51 XCX is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 YN51 XCX, 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 YN51 XCX registered?

YN51 XCX is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 3 September 2001.

Is YN51 XCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YN51 XCX shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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