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Y158 DRC

2001 Microcar Virgo Prestige SE Auto

Bronze Petrol 505cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2012
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

17,686 mi
Last recorded17,686 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2011
Typical for 2001 Microcar Virgo Prestige SE Auto20,087 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY158 DRC
MakeMicrocar
ModelVirgo Prestige SE Auto
Year2001
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine505cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2011 17,686 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 17,034 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2007 16,984 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Mar 2006 15,031 miles

How Reliable is the Microcar Virgo Prestige SE Auto?

Based on 1,308 MOT tests across 152 vehicles.

72.6%
Pass Rate
1,714
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
152
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

wheel bearing rough when rotated 50
brake recording little or no effort 43
Headlamp aim too low 42
Brake pipe excessively corroded 41
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 38
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Y158 DRC is a 2001 Microcar Virgo Prestige SE Auto in Bronze with a 505cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 Microcar Virgo Prestige SE Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 20,087 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Microcar Virgo Prestige SE Auto fails its MOT is wheel bearing rough when rotated, accounting for 50 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y158 DRC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Microcar Virgo Prestige SE Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 25 years old, this Microcar Virgo Prestige SE Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of Y158 DRC?

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What year was Y158 DRC registered?

Y158 DRC is a 2001 Microcar Virgo Prestige SE Auto, first registered on 1 May 2001.

Is Y158 DRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y158 DRC shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Y158 DRC have outstanding finance?

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