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BF05 UES

2005 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

77,829 mi
Last recorded77,829 miles
Recorded on21 May 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Beetle68,404 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF05 UES
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Fail 21 May 2018 77,829 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 13 May 2017 73,454 miles
Fail 13 May 2017 73,454 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 7 May 2016 67,074 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 60,183 miles
Fail 13 May 2015 59,964 miles

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside front wiper blade split but still effectively clears the windscreen

Offside front tyre starting to crack on tread face but no cords or ply exposed

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

centre exhaust mount broken but exhaust system still adequately supported

Pass 1 May 2014 53,135 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 47,160 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 20 Apr 2013 47,160 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 16 May 2012 42,915 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 39,817 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 17 May 2010 34,123 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 28,119 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2008 21,523 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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BF05 UES is a 2005 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BF05 UES, 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 BF05 UES registered?

BF05 UES is a 2005 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is BF05 UES safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF05 UES shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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