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Y231 XAE

2001 Microcar Virgo Prestige SE Auto

Silver Petrol 505cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2008
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,493 mi
Last recorded38,493 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2007
Typical for 2001 Microcar Virgo Prestige SE Auto20,087 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY231 XAE
MakeMicrocar
ModelVirgo Prestige SE Auto
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine505cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 29 Aug 2007 38,493 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 32,281 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2005 27,910 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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Y231 XAE is a 2001 Microcar Virgo Prestige SE Auto in Silver with a 505cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 Y231 XAE, 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 Y231 XAE?

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What year was Y231 XAE registered?

Y231 XAE is a 2001 Microcar Virgo Prestige SE Auto, first registered on 13 August 2001.

Is Y231 XAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y231 XAE shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Y231 XAE have outstanding finance?

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