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BN05 EZL

2005 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2023
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

131,217 mi
Last recorded131,217 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2022
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Beetle68,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN05 EZL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2022 131,217 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 129,783 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 128,117 miles

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

Fail 24 Sep 2019 128,112 miles

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

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Pass 6 Sep 2018 125,336 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 119,361 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Feb 2017 114,082 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 97,616 miles

both rear tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 8 Dec 2014 83,751 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 6 Dec 2013 73,368 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Nov 2012 72,227 miles

Centre exhaust bracket broken

F/discs and pads worn

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pad warning light on

Pass 27 Oct 2011 64,804 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 55,784 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

o/s/r rear tyre wearing inner edge

Fail 20 Mar 2010 48,337 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 20 Mar 2010 48,337 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 33,397 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 24,118 miles

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 27 May 2008 24,117 miles

Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 10 Mar 2008 22,405 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

OSF tyre sidewall cut/damaged but not showing cords or carcass failure

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 10 Mar 2008 22,405 miles

OSF tyre sidewall cut/damaged but not showing cords or carcass failure

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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BN05 EZL is a 2005 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BN05 EZL, 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

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What year was BN05 EZL registered?

BN05 EZL is a 2005 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 12 March 2005.

Is BN05 EZL safe to buy?

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