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B9 RCW

2005 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2023
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,247 mi
Last recorded13,247 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2022
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Beetle68,404 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB9 RCW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 1 Jul 2022 13,247 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 12,997 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 12,846 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 12,615 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 11,791 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 11,564 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 11,538 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 11,272 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 10,708 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 10,224 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 9,220 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 7,900 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 6,240 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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B9 RCW is a 2005 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2005 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 68,404 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 B9 RCW, 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 21 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was B9 RCW registered?

B9 RCW is a 2005 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 3 September 2005.

Is B9 RCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for B9 RCW shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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