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BG05 RHJ

2005 Volkswagen Beetle

Beige Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2009
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,054 mi
Last recorded20,054 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2008
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Beetle68,404 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG05 RHJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 16 Apr 2008 20,054 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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BG05 RHJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Beetle in Beige with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test 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 BG05 RHJ, 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 BG05 RHJ?

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What year was BG05 RHJ registered?

BG05 RHJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 30 April 2005.

Is BG05 RHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG05 RHJ shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BG05 RHJ have outstanding finance?

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