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BG59 UMY

2009 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2023
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

105,087 mi
Last recorded105,087 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2022
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Beetle58,187 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG59 UMY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2022 105,087 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2022 104,831 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2020 88,078 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2019 82,830 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2018 77,038 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2018 77,025 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2012 26,551 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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BG59 UMY is a 2009 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2009 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 58,187 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 BG59 UMY, 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 17 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 BG59 UMY?

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What year was BG59 UMY registered?

BG59 UMY is a 2009 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 17 December 2009.

Is BG59 UMY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG59 UMY shows 7 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.

Does BG59 UMY have outstanding finance?

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