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BF55 WTM

2005 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

191,395 mi
Last recorded191,395 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Beetle68,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF55 WTM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 191,395 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2026 191,351 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2024 185,276 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2023 178,973 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Feb 2022 177,148 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2019 173,078 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2018 168,443 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 156,076 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2017 155,707 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 81,431 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 61,221 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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BF55 WTM is a 2005 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 BF55 WTM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BF55 WTM?

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What year was BF55 WTM registered?

BF55 WTM is a 2005 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 18 September 2005.

Is BF55 WTM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF55 WTM shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BF55 WTM have outstanding finance?

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